Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
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, the puszta probably out-masters many cowboys in horsemanship.
Horse in Hungarian is lò.
Image from Rishon-lezion
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Monday, August 25th, 2008
Also called Nine-Horse Painted Hill and Mountain of Nine Horses is located in Yangshuo county in the northeastern part of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in China.
Legend has it that on the side of this mountain there are nine horses, and that the more a person sees, the greater they will be.
I guess the average person sees 3 to 5 horses on the hill.
Here is a few more pictures to help…
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Saturday, August 23rd, 2008
Horses are still used as beasts of burden in Austria, many of them still earn their dinner as carriage horses, tourist mounts or show horses.
Home of the famous Lippizaner horses, Austria has made a name for themselves in the world of horses.
Horse in German is pferd.
Off to the Austrian for some scenery and horses
Image from Sanne Roemen
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Tuesday, August 19th, 2008
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.
Here is a taste of horse life in a place where the ocean is a part of daily life
Image from Queen of Subtle
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Monday, August 11th, 2008
No doubt some people have way too much time on their hands, but it works to our benefit when boredom creates unique digital horse art for all to enjoy.
Here, some of photoshop’s tricksters show off their finest equestrian work.
The reality of horsepowerMonday, August 11th, 2008
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.
Horse in Japanese is 
And for such a small place, Japan has a lot of horses…
Thursday, August 7th, 2008
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 in Arabic is 
Here are some pictures of a horses life in Egypt
Image from World Resource Institute
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Friday, August 1st, 2008
A place Clydesdale horses call home, Scotland has a rich horse history.
The animals must withstand severe weather conditions and they are built to suit with shaggy hair and strong, bulky limbs.
Horse in Scottish is cuddy.
Wait no further, here are the horses of Scotland…
Image from Glen Finlas
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Friday, August 1st, 2008
A big change from some of the larger, heavier animals of the horse world, the horses of Morocco are built for hot weather and hard work.
Horse in Arabic is
Off to Morocco for some sunshine and horses…
Image from Elliot Freeman
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Saturday, July 26th, 2008
Bloodlines closely tied to Spanish horses, the Lusitano is the Portuguese answer to the mighty Andalusian.
Another country noted for their horses, Portugal produces some beautiful animals many of which are bred for use in the bull ring.
Horse in Portuguese is cavalo.
Off to Portugal to see their horse culture…
Image from Thru Hike 98
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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008
A look at the horses and horse culture of England.
Proud home to the bloodlines of the Shire horse and pioneers in the equestrian showing population, England has it’s fair share of horses.
Look no further, the horses of England are here.
Monday, July 14th, 2008
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
Horse in French is Cheval.
Thursday, July 10th, 2008
In doing my research for the horse color posts, I discovered that there are some horse colors that actually have a metal-like sheen to them.
Usually associated with the champagne dilution gene, which is rather new and rare in the world of horse genetics.
Generally this gene is found in warm weather horses (who have thin skin and fine fur over their bodies), and is a trait most often found and displayed in the Akhal Teke breed.
One of my new favorite breeds, the Akhal Teke is the subject of all of these images (they were all I could find with metallic coats).
Enough words, here are the pictures
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2008
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.
Horse in Spanish is Caballo.
Horse in Catalan (Northern Spain - Catalonia) Cavall.
Take a journey through Spain on horseback…
Thursday, July 3rd, 2008
The first of my horses around the world series, I choose America first simply because I’m American and I love horses.
This series will offer a (romanticized) peek into the equestrian lifestyles of many different cultures and places. I have been looking high and low to find quality examples of horses in many nations.
Without further ado, here are some shots of horses in America…
Womens White Tees
