Erbil hosted the Authentic Kurdish Horse Festival at Sami Abdulrahman Park as part of efforts to preserve Kurdish cultural heritage and promote the traditional role of the Kurdish horse.
Organized by the Erbil Municipality Presidency, the festival brought together officials from the Erbil Governorate, horse owners and riding enthusiasts to celebrate the horse’s place in Kurdish history and traditions.
The event featured horse-riding performances and displays highlighting the distinctive qualities, strength and elegance of the Kurdish horse. The activities aimed to raise public awareness of the horse as an important part of Kurdistan’s cultural identity.
Horse riding has long been connected to the social life, customs and traditions of the people of Kurdistan. The festival sought to keep these traditions alive while encouraging greater appreciation for the Kurdish horse and its historical significance.
Organizers said the event was part of broader efforts to preserve and develop Kurdish customs and traditions for future generations.
