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Mongolia on July 14 marked the first World Horse Day with a spectacular celebration that drew 12,600 riders.
Billed as the “Parade of Ten Thousand Horses”, it was organised in the traditional Mongolian military formation of Zuut (hundreds), official news agency Montsame reported.
Tough Mongolian horses are most famed for their role in the conquest of lands that made up the immense Mongol Empire created by Ghengis Khan (c. 1162 – 1227). Stretching from the Sea of Japan to Eastern Europe, it is the largest contiguous empire in history.
The President’s Cup International Horse Race, a national wrestling tournament and cultural and artistic programmes also featured in the showcasing of Mongolia’s equine heritage initiated by President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa.
In June last year, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming July 13 as World Horse Day. The Mongolian proposal was co-sponsored by 56 member states.
World Horse Day is said to promote the historic value and genetic heritage of the Mongolian horse. It also highlights nomadic civilisation and promotes the growth of equestrian sports and tourism.
There are more than 50mn horses worldwide. Mongolia, a country of little more than 3.5mn people, is home to around 5mn. No other country boasts so many horses per capita.
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