Camel Parade Why are camels important in Saudi Arabia? Camels are so vital in bedouin culture and their daily life because these animals provide them food, raw materials, transportation and wealth. Camels in the kingdom are used for milk and meat, though very rare as a means of transport, they are also used in racing. Camel racing may appear weird to visitors of Saudi Arabia, yet it is one of the Arab world's most traditional hobbies. Camel racing extends back to pre-Islamic times, and the custom of breeding the strongest, fastest, and most attractive camels is still alive and well today. This shot is taken in Taif where a flock of camels are trained for their race guided by this handler. Rounding the track for almost everyday, these camels will be guided by a radio mounted on their back on the actual competition. ------------------------------------------- Canon EOS 1Dm3 70-200mm at 115mm focals f2.8 iso 100 📍Taif, KSA #taif #camels #camelrace #camelsofinstagram #kbartolo #saudiarabia #inarabia #visitsaudiarabia #saudiimages #riyadhconnect #riyadhkingdom #lovinsaudi #darabiantrails #visitsa #saudi_tourist #seesaudi #everydaysaudi #arabiansands #experbia #livelovesaudi #storiesofarabia #freeyourstory (at Taif, Saudi Arabia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ7rpkerpgW/?utm_medium=tumblr