The annual event runs until October 18 and brings together horse breeders, riders, and cultural enthusiasts.
Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan welcomes riders to Morocco for annual horse show
During the opening ceremony, the young royal toured exhibition stands showcasing regional crafts, horse breeding, and traditional culture.
He also watched acrobatic riding displays and traditional group performances featuring 18 equestrian teams known as sorbas.
According to Morocco World News, this year’s event is organized under the official theme “The Horse at the Service of Man”.
The opening featured Tbourida displays, a celebrated Moroccan tradition that combines horsemanship, synchronized riding, and coordinated gunpowder firing.
Morocco World News also reported a dedicated children’s experience called “Faris on a Journey Through Morocco,” created to teach younger visitors about the country’s equestrian tradition.
Competitors from Turkey, Oman, UAE, and Morocco join prestigious Grand Prix
This year’s gathering marks a significant step forward for international equestrian sports in the region.
A major part of the program is the Grand Prix of King Mohammed VI of Show Jumping, which Morocco World News described as “placing the competition within a higher tier of international competition”.
International guests and delegates from Turkey, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates joined local hosts in Morocco to celebrate the event’s opening.
Alongside the competitions, the week includes scientific conferences, workshops, and panel discussions focused on developing the horse sector.
Source: africa.businessinsider.com
