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Dhow and Row-boat Races in Abu Dhabi is a major from of recreation in Abu Dhabi. It is a traditional sport and is very popular among local people. Abu Dhabi is a vastly diverse city and as such there is a wide variety of sporting activities according to various cultures. Plenty of tourists as well as adventure lovers participate in Dhow and Row-boat Races in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Dhow and Row boat races are one of the major water sports in the city. The boat races are held in the Arabian Sea and are attended watched by thousands of spectators. The boat races are held in the month of May. The traditional boats known as Dhows are main attractions in the race. They are wooden boats and were major modes ofused for transportation in the ancient times. The facilities in the Dhows have vastly improved which make them more reliable. Dhow boats nowadays consist of modern bathrooms and communication system. The dhow races are a magnificent sight. Each boat can accommodate around 200 sailors who row the boat hard to win the race. The sailors sing local Doric music while rowing the boats.

The Dhow and Row-boat Races in Abu Dhabi rank among the popular tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi. They are also popular world wide. Major boat racing tournaments are held in the Abu Dhabi like the UIM Formula Two Thousand Boat GP Race. After the racing finishes, the area is highly lit up with magnificent fire works.

The sailors who take part in the row boat races should be highly skilled and should have high physical fitness. They should also be good swimmers and should be adjust according to the waves and water levels.

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