Zulu, the stallion who lived with the Zebras: A True Story from Botswana
Zulu, the stallion who lived with the Zebras: A True Story from Botswana In the wild heart of Botswana, between the plains of the Tuli Block and the banks of the Limpopo River, the story of an extraordinary horse is still told. It is a story in which reality and legend almost blur, and whose […]
COLOMBIA: From Bogotá to Barichara on horseback: following the Camino Real on a Colombian Paso Fino
From Bogotá to Barichara on horseback: following the Camino Real on a Colombian Paso Fino There are countries you can simply visit, and others that, to truly understand them, seem to require a horse. Colombia definitely falls into the second category. Mountains, highlands, cultivated valleys, colonial towns, and ancient cobblestone streets tell a story in […]
CANADA: a horse-riding adventure in the Chilko Valley, amongst authentic ranches and grizzly bears
Canada on Horseback: an adventure in the Chilko Valley amongst authentic ranches and grizzly bears There are places where nature still sets the pace of life. The Chilko Valley, in the heart of western British Columbia, is one such place. Here, amongst glacial mountains, emerald-coloured lakes and vast grasslands, the horse is not merely a […]
CHINA/ The Celestial Horse and the Heavenly Festival in China: a blend of legend, culture and a passion for horses
The Celestial Horse and the Heavenly Festival in China: a blend of legend, culture and a passion for horses The Celestial Horse and the Heavenly Festival in China | History and Equestrian Traditions La Cina custodisce una delle tradizioni equestri più affascinanti al mondo. Tra miti, storia e celebrazioni popolari, il leggendario Cavallo Celeste rappresenta […]
ENGLAND: a journey through English equestrian culture and the land of the New Forest ponies
ENGLAND: a journey through English equestrian culture and the land of the New Forest ponies Brockenhurst: il villaggio dove i cavalli sono cittadini Nel sud dell’Inghilterra esiste un villaggio dove i cavalli non sono una presenza straordinaria ma parte della quotidianità. A Brockenhurst, nel cuore del New Forest, può capitare di rallentare l’auto perché un pony […]
Discovering Sardinia on horseback: the Cavallino della Giara, a breed unique in the world
Alla scoperta della Sardegna a cavallo: il Cavallino della Giara, razza endemica unica al mondo Esplorare la Sardegna a cavallo significa immergersi in una natura autentica, tra altopiani basaltici, boschi di sughere e paesaggi che sembrano rimasti immutati nel tempo. Tra le esperienze più affascinanti per gli appassionati di equitazione c’è la possibilità di attraversare […]
INDIA: the Marwari breed, Rajasthan, and equestrian tourism in India
INDIA: the Marwari breed, Rajasthan, and equestrian tourism in India If you think India is just temples, colorful markets, and fragrant spices, get ready to discover another side of this incredible country: the equestrian tradition of Rajasthan and the charm of a legendary breed, the Marwari horse. The Marwari: a horse unique in the world […]
Brazil and the Lavradeiro wild horses: a journey through nature, history and conservation
Brazil and the Lavradeiro wild horses: a journey through nature, history and conservation When one thinks of Brazil, the mind immediately turns to golden beaches, the Amazon rainforest, the Rio Carnival or the silhouette of Christ the Redeemer. But Brazil also harbours lesser-known stories, including that of the wild Lavradeiro horses, a unique breed that […]
Menorca, land of horses: the Menorquín and a timeless equestrian tradition
Menorca, land of horses: the Menorquín and a timeless equestrian tradition Menorca is not just crystal clear sea, Mediterranean wind, and unspoiled landscapes. It is also an island deeply connected to horses, to the point that its cultural and equestrian identity revolves around a breed that is unique in the world: the Menorquín horse, or […]
Portugal and equestrian tradition: on the trail of the Lusitano horse
Portugal and equestrian tradition: on the trail of the Lusitano horse Between legends, history, and passion, Portugal preserves an equestrian heritage that is unique in the world. Here, in the land of ancient Lusitania, tradition has it that the first true saddle horse in human history was born: the majestic Lusitano, the undisputed symbol of […]