Adihex 2024 opens in Abu Dhabi - in pictures

  • A falcon auction is held at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2024 at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A falcon auction is held at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2024 at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The nine-day event started on Saturday and offers an array of events showcasing falconry, hunting, equestrian sports, fishing, environmental preservation and culture.
    The nine-day event started on Saturday and offers an array of events showcasing falconry, hunting, equestrian sports, fishing, environmental preservation and culture.
  • Thousands are expected to attend the event to see camel and falcon auctions, as well as explore desert life.
    Thousands are expected to attend the event to see camel and falcon auctions, as well as explore desert life.
  • A falcon auction is held at the event.
    A falcon auction is held at the event.
  • The expo runs from August 31 to September 8, drawing crowds from across the Gulf states and beyond.
    The expo runs from August 31 to September 8, drawing crowds from across the Gulf states and beyond.
  • Taking notes at Adihex on Day 1 of the expo
    Taking notes at Adihex on Day 1 of the expo
  • Hamdan, who is 5, looks at a zmeel, a leather container used for storing milk
    Hamdan, who is 5, looks at a zmeel, a leather container used for storing milk
  • Khanyar, a traditional Emirati dagger, on display at Adihex
    Khanyar, a traditional Emirati dagger, on display at Adihex
  • The Emirates Falconers Club demonstrates hospitality with coffee and lessons in falconry, a great Emirati tradition
    The Emirates Falconers Club demonstrates hospitality with coffee and lessons in falconry, a great Emirati tradition
  • Falcons on display and likely to become the centre of attention as the Adihex crowds increase
    Falcons on display and likely to become the centre of attention as the Adihex crowds increase
  • Colourful falcon hoods on display at Adihex
    Colourful falcon hoods on display at Adihex
  • A visitor brings Saluki hunting dogs at Adihex
    A visitor brings Saluki hunting dogs at Adihex
  • A line of handguns on display at Adihex
    A line of handguns on display at Adihex
  • Ayala, a symbol of union and Emirati nationhood, is performed for visitors on Day 1 at Adihex
    Ayala, a symbol of union and Emirati nationhood, is performed for visitors on Day 1 at Adihex