Tribes take part in Union Parade - in pictures

  • The Union Parade capped off the UAE's Eid Al Etihad celebrations in style. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
    The Union Parade capped off the UAE's Eid Al Etihad celebrations in style. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Thousands of tribesmen turned out in force for the cultural event, held at Al Wathba as part of the Sheikh Zayed Festival
    Thousands of tribesmen turned out in force for the cultural event, held at Al Wathba as part of the Sheikh Zayed Festival
  • Tribes from all over the Emirates marched together in a show of unity
    Tribes from all over the Emirates marched together in a show of unity
  • Tribesmen were banging the drum for UAE culture at the large-scale gathering
    Tribesmen were banging the drum for UAE culture at the large-scale gathering
  • A dazzling aerial display lit up the skies in the UAE's national colours
    A dazzling aerial display lit up the skies in the UAE's national colours
  • Emiratis stepped out in support of their nation
    Emiratis stepped out in support of their nation