Sharjah Heritage Days 2021 final day celebrates Emirati culture - in pictures

Performers and dancers in traditional dress marked the end of the 22-day cultural event

Performers at Sharjah Heritage Days, at the city’s heritage area along the Sharjah corniche. The event ran from March 20 until April 10. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Sharjah Heritage Days celebrates the rich history of the UAE, offering visitors a chance to experience traditional performances. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Sharjah Heritage Days also celebrates tradition from further afield, and featured customs and performances from 29 countries during its three weeks. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

A zebu, a type of humped cattle, is used to bring water up form a well, in a traditional demonstration at the event. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

A woman in traditional dress at Sharjah Heritage Days. The event is especially popular among families, who want to teach their children about local traditions. Courtesy Visit Sharjah

Men demonstrate traditional net-making skills at the event. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

A sufi whirling dancer performs at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

The event also celebrates Emirati cuisine. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

The annual event showcases crafts, with demonstrations of traditional techniques. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

The first two weeks of Sharjah Heritage Days attracted more than 63,000 visitors. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Women perform at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

A dancer at Sharjah Heritage Days. The event features more than 500 performances. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Traditional musicians perform at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

A participant demonstrates traditional coffee-making skills at the event. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Traditional weapons on display at Sharjah Heritage Days. The event also featured a weapons maker from Kazakhstan, fashioning swords, clubs, shields, axes and spears. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

An eye-catching performance at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

The event showcases the talents of performers of all ages. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Performers at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

A performance at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

The event showcases a diversity of traditional cultures. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

Performers celebrate their rich traditional culture at Sharjah Heritage Days. Courtesy: Visit Sharjah

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