Historical & Mythological Horses

A man dressed in armor riding on the back of a horse

The Role of Horses in Medieval Festivals and Reenactments

Goran Stankovski

When we conjure images of medieval times, horses almost invariably gallop through our imagination alongside knights in shining armor, colorful ...

Celtic horses

The Spiritual Symbolism of Horses in Celtic and Druidic Lore

Goran Stankovski

In the mystical landscapes of ancient Celtic territories, horses galloped not only across physical plains but also through the spiritual ...

White horse on brown field under blue sky during daytime

How Horses Shaped Nomadic Cultures Across Central Asia

Goran Stankovski

The vast grasslands of Central Asia have witnessed one of humanity’s most profound partnerships—the relationship between nomadic peoples and their ...

Equestrian sports at the 2012 Summer Olympics

The Role of Horses in the Olympic Games Through History

Goran Stankovski

The graceful partnership between humans and horses has been showcased on the Olympic stage for over a century, creating some ...

1914, World War 1. Indian cavalry marching through a French village.

The Horse Heroes of World War I – Unsung Warriors

Goran Stankovski

In the mechanized horror of the First World War, amid the thunder of artillery and the emerging roar of tanks, ...

Relief, Amarna, Hermopolis, NK, Akhenaten, dyn18

The Role of Horses in Ancient Egyptian Burial Rituals

Goran Stankovski

In the golden sands of ancient Egypt, where monuments reach toward the heavens and hieroglyphs tell stories of gods and ...

a statue of a horse in front of a building

The Influence of Horse Gods and Goddesses in Ancient Civilizations

Malaika Saeed

Throughout the ancient world, few animals have captured the human imagination quite like the horse. These majestic creatures revolutionized transportation, ...

A woman gently interacting with a horse in a serene park setting, exemplifying friendship.

The Spiritual Connection Between Horses and Native Tribes

Malaika Saeed

The relationship between Native American tribes and horses transcends mere utility, evolving into one of the most profound spiritual connections ...

photo of brown horse during day time

The Role of Horses in African Folktales and Legends

Malaika Saeed

Across the vast continent of Africa, horses have galloped through the narrative landscape of folktales and legends for centuries, carrying ...

Soldiers on horses in parade

Why Horses Are Still Used in Ceremonial Military Units

Malaika Saeed

In an age of advanced military technology, where tanks, aircraft, and drones dominate modern warfare, it might seem puzzling that ...