SPL Issues Crown Prince Camel Festival Stamp

The Saudi Post (SPL), in cooperation with the Saudi Camel Federation, has issued a postage stamp for the Crown Prince Camel Festival. The festival aims to preserve and enhance the camel heritage in Saudi, Arab, and Islamic cultures.

 The issuance of the postage stamp is significant due to the festival's importance. It is named after HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and enjoys his patronage and interest. The festival strengthens civilizational and national aspects and supports society’s cultural and economic growth. It is a diverse cultural, economic, and sports event that encourages participation, roots the heritage, and reflects the civilizational depth of the Kingdom.

 The Crown Prince Camel Festival has received global attention since its launch, especially after it entered the Guinness World Records as the largest camel racing festival in the world. The number of camels participating in the first edition in 2018 reached 11,178, increasing to 13,377 in the second edition and 14,745 in the third edition. The fourth edition reached 14,843, while the fifth edition in 2023 broke the records of the past four editions by reaching 20,216 camels.

 The postage stamps issued by SPL align with the most prominent national events and commemorate important international occasions. Each stamp simulates a significant event or immortalizes a prominent scene in Saudi history, making it an ideal choice for stamp collectors and historians interested in documenting history worldwide.