Al Ain Zoo kicks off the winter season with an interactive themed month to celebrate Arabian wildlife and culture, allowing visitors to explore the region’s rich history through traditional performances, culinary treats, and art work, all alongside the zoo’s celebrated Arabian species. Each week will spotlight a different group of countries from the region, promoting the conservation of arid wildlife.

This week looks at the Arabian Gulf, with traditional Harbiya dance performances, Al Haban music, saluki shows, and more. Beginning on 8th December, families can join Al Ain Zoo in paying tribute to Egypt and Sudan, with performances focusing on the Nubian region and Alexandria. The week of 15th December then spotlights Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia, and finally, Al Ain Zoo pays tribute to Syria, Lebanon, Palestine and Jordan in the last week of Arabian Month. Guests can expect to see traditional cuisine, folklore and arts and crafts each week, showcasing the strong relationship between Arabian culture and Arabian wildlife.

Al Ain Zoo is home to one of the largest collections of Arabian wildlife in the world, and such an initiative pays homage to the countries that these species hail from, promoting awareness and also allowing guests to learn the region’s rich history and culture. These activities are key facets of Al Ain Zoo’s efforts to educate the public on wildlife in a fun and entertaining yet engaging manner, aimed at nurturing the next generation of scientists and environmentalists to continue driving conservation initiatives, particularly for arid wildlife.

Arabian Month takes places from 1st to 31st December 2013. Al Ain Zoo, which is open daily from 9am to 8pm, is located on the UAE-Oman border and is a short drive from Dubai and the UAE’s capital, Abu Dhabi. With the majestic Jebel Hafeet and the rich expanse of Green Mubazzarah as its backdrop, Al Ain Zoo is one of the city’s leading attractions. Visitors can also venture to the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum, the former palace of His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, which tells the UAE’s cultural story prior to its dramatic development.

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