43K views · 1.7K reactions | The annual Kambala buffalo race drew huge crowds in the southern Indian city of Mangaluru, as more than 150 pairs of buffaloes charged through muddy tracks in a centuries-old tradition. Teams from Karnataka and neighbouring Kerala took part in the post-harvest festival, which organisers say is deeply tied to local identity, beliefs and rural life. Winners of this year’s races are set to receive gold prizes. #buffalo #Kambala #india | CGTNEurope | Facebook

🌾 Kambala: The Thrilling Buffalo Race of Tulu Nadu🌾 Experienced the adrenaline rush of Kambala, a traditional buffalo race held in the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi in Karnataka. This vibrant event, deeply rooted in the agricultural heritage of Tulu Nadu, features pairs of buffaloes racing through slushy paddy fields, driven by skilled farmers. Originally a ritual to thank the gods for protecting crops, Kambala has evolved into a competitive sport. Buffaloes are adorned with

524K views · 380 shares | An annual buffalo race, 'Kambala', began in the Indian city of Mangalore on Sunday, Feb. 10, marking the end of the harvest season in the region. Around 18 Kambalas are held in one season, which starts after the harvest in November and ends in April, in different villages. The rural sport was banned for three years but it resumed in 2017. (REUTERS) | Voice of America | Facebook

Karkala Miyar Kambala 2023 ⭐️ Kambala is an annual buffalo race held in the southwestern Indian state of Karnataka. Traditionally, it is sponsored by local Tuluva landlords and households in the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi of Karnataka and Kasaragod of Kerala, a region collectively known as Tulu Nadu. 📹 @sujan_shetty007 #kambala #karkala #miyar #udupi #udupitourism #karnataka #karnatakatourism #tulunadu #culture #nammakarla | Dept of Tourism, Udupi