Akhal-Teke Horse Day in Turkmenistan
April 26 · Level 6 · #1077 of 2238
Turkmenistan's Akhal-Teke Horse Day honours a breed closely woven into the country's identity. It also recognises the breeders, trainers and riders who keep its equestrian traditions alive, with the horse taking centre stage as a cultural symbol.
How it is celebrated: festivities include races, equestrian performances and beauty contests for Akhal-Teke horses. Exhibitions and cultural programmes celebrate the animals and the skills involved in raising and riding them.
Some Akhal-Tekes have a coat with a remarkable metallic sheen. In the right light, especially on lighter coats, the horses can appear to shimmer like gold or silver.