The Arabian Horse: A Breed With A Rich History

Want to own an intelligent horse with a high spirit and good stamina as well as a long and rich history? Then what you’re looking for is an Arabian horse.

Originating from the deserts of the Middle East, these horses belong to the oldest breed of horse known to man. From the myths of their origins to their impact on history throughout the years, the Arabian indeed has a rich and colorful history. While it is known that the Arabian horse originated in the deserts of the Middle East, there are never the less many legends about how the horse actually first came to be. These legends include a story of how the Arabian was created by Allah from the mythical four winds. Another myth suggests the angel Gabriel created the horse for Ishmael from a thundercloud. While these stories attempt to tell the story of the Arabian’s origins, it is known that horses sharing similar characteristics to the modern day Arabian have been found in rock paintings dating as far back as 2,500 B.C.

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