Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority presents Emirati culture at Morocco’s Tan-Tan Moussem.

The Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, in collaboration with various heritage preservation institutions, will participate in the Tan-Tan Cultural Festival, which will take place in the southern region of the Kingdom of Morocco from June 26 to 30. This year's edition is themed "20 Years of Conservation and Human Development" and is held under the patronage of HM King Mohammed VI of Morocco.

Abdulla Mubarak Al Muhairi, Acting Director General of the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, emphasized that their participation in the Tan-Tan Cultural Moussem since 2014 aims to showcase the rich and diverse Emirati heritage and highlight the efforts of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in sustaining intangible heritage. He stressed the importance of such participation in introducing Emirati heritage and traditions, promoting them in international forums, and showcasing their rich components. Al Muhairi underscored that this participation also aims to cultivate harmony among the values, customs, and traditions, as well as the shared cultural heritage that unites the two fraternal nations, serving as a testament to the deep and expanding relations between the UAE and Morocco.

Through the UAE Pavilion at the Moussem, the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority will showcase a wide range of elements of UAE's intangible heritage. Additionally, in cooperation with the Emirates Camel Racing Federation, the Authority will host several heritage competitions, including a camel race, a camel beauty pageant, and a camel milking competition.

The pavilion will feature events and activities designed to educate the public about living Emirati heritage. These include performances by folk arts troupes, live demonstrations of traditional handicrafts, Emirati cuisine, photo exhibitions, traditional games, and poetry soirees. Additionally, there will be concerts featuring several Emirati artists.

The Tan-Tan Moussem is a lively celebration of Bedouin culture in Morocco and North Africa. This distinguished festival brings together various forms of Bedouin traditions through a rich program of music, art, and cultural activities, highlighting past and present desert heritage. It offers a unique opportunity to experience and celebrate the shared heritage of Arab cultures, all woven together by the distinctive threads of traditional Saharawi culture.