Camel Auctions at the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival
The camel auctions at the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival are a lively and captivating spectacle. Traders, handlers, and spectators gather around pens filled with camels, each animal inspected with a discerning eye. Some camels are carefully lifted into their enclosures by cranes, a unique and practical solution to managing the bustling activity. The air is filled with the sounds of bartering and the occasional calls of camels, as buyers evaluate their potential. Captured for Aramco Life, these images reflect not just the energy of the auctions but also the deep cultural connection to these remarkable animals. They reveal moments of quiet observation and the dynamic rhythm of an age-old tradition thriving in a modern setting.
