Horse Culture Category

Horse Pictures From Hungary

A rich and varied horse history exists in Hungary and the puszta rider is the Hungarian answer to the western cowboy.

Although they do dress a little different, (who doesn’t want to ride in a long blue dress?) the puszta probably out-masters many western style cowboys in sheer mastering of horsemanship.
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Horse cultures can be found in all corners of the globe and it’s important that we preserve them. The onslaught of mechanization during the 20th century redefined our relationship with this noble animal. We want to celebrate all horse cultures of he world, even if we find some of them disagreeable.
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Horse Pictures From The Caribbean

Horses are used for both pleasure and profit on the varied islands that make up the Caribbean. These islands provide a striking backdrop for animals of all shapes and sizes.
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Horse Pictures From Japan

Much of the rich history of the Samurai Warrior would not exist without their trusty mount. Horses play a large part in Japanese culture and their animals are healthy and well-fed by the lush climate.
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Horses From Around the World

Learn a little about global horse culture. Countries are listed in alphabetical order, click on a flag to view images of horses in that country.

Horses By Country

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Horse Pictures From Egypt

Most people think of the pyramids, the Sphinx and Cleopatra when they think of Egypt. However, horses are a large part of the lifestyle there, for pleasure, tourism, transportation and heavy work.

Horse Pictures From Scotland

A place home to several native breeds (even with the weather!) Scotland actually has a rich equine history & is the home of some pretty ancient breeds.

The animals must withstand severe weather conditions and they are built to suit with shaggy hair and strong, bulky limbs.
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Horse Pictures From Morocco

A big change from some of the larger, heavier animals of the horse world. The horses of Morocco are small & slight built by nature for hot weather and few resources.

Horse Pictures From Portugal

With bloodlines closely tied to Spanish horses, the Lusitano is the Portuguese answer to the mighty Andalusian (they are basically brothers).

Another country noted for their horses, Portugal produces some beautiful animals many of which are bred for use in the bull ring.
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Horse Pictures From England

A look at the horses and horse culture of the lovely English countryside…where the constant drizzle provides heaven on earth for grazers.

Proud home to the bloodlines of the Shire horse and pioneers in the equestrian showing population, England has it’s fair share of horses.
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Horse Pictures From France

Another installment of horses from around the world, today it is a country that neighbors Spain, today we focus on France. Noted for the lovely white horses of Camargue in the south as well as breathtaking vistas in the French Countryside and along the Mediterranean coast.

Horses are used in this country for work and play
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Horse Pictures From Spain

The next installation of horses from around the world, Spain has made a name for it’s fine horseflesh, namely the Andalusian horse.

The Spaniards have always loved their horses, in fact the Conquistadors took them wherever they traveled. As a result, many of today’s breeds have Spanish blood in their veins.
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