As part of the community events of the 'Shatana in Hatta 2025' festival, an exceptional interactive experience was organized, showcasing some authentic heritage related to life in the traditional Emirati farm. The festival aims to offer distinctive events that combine entertainment and education, strengthening the bond of the new generation with their rich culture and ancient social heritage. Grandmother Kaltham Al Hatawi hosted a group of children and young people at her private farm in the Hatta area. She took them on a journey through time and space into the heart of Emirati society's authenticity, by displaying details of activities related to the farm, such as milking goats and making dairy products and cheese using traditional methods, along with the various stages of these activities. In turn, Amina Tahir, a member of the organizing committee of the 'Shatana in Hatta' festival, expressed her sincere thanks and appreciation to Grandmother Kaltham for her cooperation and hospitality in hosting a group of young guests from the festival, and for the rich information she provided them with. This community experience garnered significant interest from children and young people, who showed admiration for what they saw and the stories they heard, which enriched their imagination about the image of life in the past and present in the country's agricultural areas, with Hatta being one of its most important models, in addition to being a prime tourist destination in Dubai.
Hatta Festival Introduces Children to Traditional Emirati Farming Heritage
As part of the 'Shatana in Hatta 2025' festival, grandmother Kaltham led an interactive tour of her farm for children, demonstrating traditional goat milking and cheese-making techniques. This experience helped the younger generation gain a deeper understanding of the UAE's cultural heritage.