Riyadh: The camel calling competition concluded today as part of the 10th King Abdulaziz Camel Festival, completing three days of competitive stages with broad participation from competitors and strong engagement from visitors. This heritage contest focuses on vocal harmony between camels and their owners, in which owners use chants and sounds to guide their camels through various conditions, including challenging terrain.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the competition committee established multiple stages for participants to assess responsiveness and obedience across varying levels of difficulty, culminating in a scoring system to determine the winners.
The event garnered significant public interest, with attendees closely following the activities, showcasing camel calling as an authentic tradition celebrated by the festival through its diverse programs.