An Andalusian man without his horse is like a matador without a cape.
Horse Riding Holidays
An Andalusian man without his horse is like a matador without a cape. He feels stripped of an essential part of his identity that has been formed over the centuries. It is part of his life, his work, his status, his culture, his earthly possessions... his horse is central to his very being.
You have only to attend one of the many ferias and romerias that take place throughout Spain in the summer to witness the pride with which these young men, attired in traje corto or short suit, with their polkadotted, flamenco-costumed girlfriends astride behind, show off their prancing stallions and mares to their friends and relations.
Horses have played an integral part in rural life
for centuries. In fact, the Andalucian horse is possibly one of
the best-loved exports of this region.
Whether you want to know what's on in the way
of competitions or you are simply passing through Andalucia and
would like to go for a gentle ride through a forest of cork, Andalucia.com
can help you find what you're looking for...
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Caballo Blanco Trekking
A unique trekking centre based in the heart of Andalucia. Made famous by its Moorish influences and impressive horses... |
Hurricane Hotel
Situated right on the beach, this well known Moorish style
hotel has good riding facilities, offering beach rides, lessons
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The world's most aristocratic equine population owes its fame to the Andalucían horse, along with the Arab and, much later, the thoroughbred.
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Not all bullfights feature horses.
Look for the word 'Rejoneo' to be sure to witness some of
the most skilled and impressive displays of Spanish horsemanship.
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The classic smugglers' routes through the cork forests surrounding Ronda and the wild unspoilt beaches along the Atlantic coast are firm favourites.
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There
are some stunning equestrian displays, probably the most famous
of which is the Real Escuela del Arte Andaluz in Jerez.
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A basic Spanish/English dictionary of horse terms to get you
started.
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Farms,
riding schools, hotels and small stables offer a wide range
of horses ranging from solid local Andalucian horses to stunning
white stallions with tumbling manes.
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This 'Sport
of Kings' is not particularly widespread in Andalucia, however,
the famous races on the beaches of Sanlucar de Barrameda during
the month of August should not be missed.
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No lover of equestrian arts should miss Jerez.
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Imagine
a night out at the races at any time of the year. This dream
is made reality at the Costa del Sol Race Course.
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Quite
apart from the social scene, polo is a fast and exciting contact
sport. The most important events in Andalucia's Polo calendar
are the Summer high-goal Tournaments at the Santa Maria Polo
club in Sotogrande.
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The Kaliber Endurance Race is the world's longest horse race
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There
are a number of places where you can have lessons, ranging
from basic tuition to gaining a full BHSI examination.
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Horses
play an important part in many of the traditional Spanish
festivals, ranging from the simple Romerias (country picnics)
to the huge ferias of Seville and Jerez.
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Each year in February and March the Sunshine Tour takes place in Montenmedio near Vejer in Cadiz.
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The Spanish Government in Madrid takes seriously the preservation of its equine heritage.
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This traditional hunt owes its formation to the Gibraltar Garrison Chaplain.
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