National Day celebrations across UAE

The 44th UAE National Day celebrations at Zayed Sports City. (Wam)

Published Friday, December 04, 2015

By Wam

Academia Management Solutions International (AMSI), a leading academic solutions provider which manages both ISAS and Al Mawakeb Schools, celebrated the 44th UAE National Day through numerous activities organised at the schools.

Several pre-National Day activities took place across the schools in preparation for the festivities. Al Mawakeb Schools and ISAS were adorned with giant UAE flags, UAE-themed balloons, confetti and traditional displays to portray the spirit of solidarity and unity that mark the National Day celebrations.

The festivities kicked off with the National Anthem followed by a Scouts troop performing their National Day routine, with the special artwork of the Raedat and "rapelle" of the Jouwaleh.

Students and visitors were given the chance to experience authentic UAE hospitality and culture through traditional craftsmanship, foods, and perfumes, instilling a sense of identity among the young generations. During the celebrations, AMSI students also performed the traditional Arabic Youla dance. Visitors could also take photographs with a falcon, the national bird of UAE that is symbolic of force and courage.

Al Maryah Island continues National Day celebrations with Interactive events for whole family

Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi’s business and lifestyle destination in the heart of the capital, continued its National Day celebrations with interactive events for the whole family.

Visitors interacted with a calligraphy artist by writing patriotic messages, names and poetry that were artistically drawn on a wall in the form of the UAE flag. Guests expressed their feelings about why they love the UAE on a wall that will be displayed on Al Maryah Island over the coming weeks. They were also treated to performances of traditional Emirati folk dances, while enjoying Arabic food, arts and crafts.