Mankind has always been indifferent to horse stock. These animals are depicted on the canvases of famous artists, they are immortalized in sculptures around the world. Which horse is the most beautiful in the world is hard to say. Each person determines for himself the attractive features of this animal. A horse can be fantastically beautiful for one, and the other will not pay any attention to it.
Nature miracle
A physically healthy horse, in principle, cannot be ugly. Amazing creatures that have served man for centuries have been valued not only for their working qualities. Exterior, color, growth have always mattered in breeding horse breeding. More than 250 breeds around the world, this is the result of the work of breeders.
The most beautiful horses in the world (photo in the article) are distinguished by the nobility of forms, amazing colors, exclusively correct exterior inherent in a particular breed. You can argue for a long time about the advantages of a horse. World rankings by definition of the most beautiful horse in the world are held regularly. It’s very difficult to choose among the most-presented ones. However, there are several individuals whose beauty is not in dispute.
Horse riding
Among the riding the most beautiful horse breeds in the world (photo of the Akhal-Teke horse in the text), the leaders consider the Arab, Akhal-Teke, English thoroughbred horse. Animals have their own characteristics:
- Arabic. In the East, they believe that this is a gift from Allah. Noble aristocrats with chiseled forms. Concave pike profile - a distinctive feature of the breed. Since ancient times, it is believed that an Arabian horse should have:
- hips, legs, forearms, neck - long;
- dibs, sacrum, ears, tail - short;
- chest, croup, forehead, legs - wide.
The harmonious addition of a light and graceful horse is always admired at all horse auctions and exhibitions.
- English thoroughbred horse. With these horses they paint and make sculptures. Stunning muscle relief fascinates at first sight. Under the thin skin all the veins are visible. In each movement, a frantic force and indomitable temperament are felt. The recognized leader of the breed is considered a stallion named Frankel. During his career, he did not lose a single race, he won £ 2,998,302. This is not only a perfect specimen of the breed, but also the most expensive horse in the world. It was estimated at 200 million dollars (11.4 billion rubles), although it has no price for the owner, and therefore is not for sale.
Recognized handsome
Akhal-Teke or "heavenly horses". The most beautiful horse in the world was recognized as a blue-eyed stallion named Ak Gez. This handsome man lives in Turkey. He has pink skin and an amazing isabella suit of cream color, which changes shade under different lighting conditions:
- ivory in cloudy weather;
- silver in the sun;
- copper at sunset;
- milky white in the morning light.
The secret of metallic shine in the unique structure of hairs. In them, proteins bind in a special way, allowing the wool to reflect light. Tekinians are not only distinguished by their exquisite forms, they are hardy and devoted to their masters.
Harness
The most beautiful breed of horses among the harnesses in the world is the Friesian. The Dutch breed has more than one hundred years. Features:
- from 150 cm at the withers;
- a black suit, the only exception is made for mares: they can have an asterisk no more than 30 mm in diameter;
- high neck output;
- large with a straight profile, long head;
- very long and thick brushes;
- luxurious mane and tail;
- a kind of carriage ride.
This breed is called the "black pearl." Not surprisingly, the unofficial title in 2016 of the most beautiful horse in the world belonged to the stallion Frederick the Great (pictured). He was born in Holland, and at the age of six he came to the USA to the Pinnacle Fiesians farm (Arkansas). His photos flooded the Internet.
Representatives of the Oryol trotter breed are no less attractive. Only the lazy did not speak of the swan neck of these horses. The highlight of the breed of stunning beauty is the color - gray in apples. Harmoniously built, calm in character and energetic in work, these horses look great in harnesses. The artist Nikolai Sverchkov painted more than one picture with the Oryol trotters.
Heavy trucks
The most beautiful horses in the world (photo of piebald shire in the text) among the representatives of heavy trucks are shires. They not only amaze with their power and size. In the breed, individuals of rare pinto colors are found. Very proportionately folded animal. A wide chest is striking, it is simply immense. Such horses are used in stepping work.
Lovers of heavy vehicles are absolutely sure that cords are the most beautiful horses in the world. No grace of a riding horse or a high draft of a harness will convince a true connoisseur of powerful horsepower. These heavyweights are leisurely, full of dignity. Forked croup, powerful limbs, huge hooves, large warm and soft lips - nothing can be more beautiful.
The smallest
For children, the most beautiful and incredible horses in the world are small horses. This category includes several breeds:
- Falabella Argentine breed of the smallest horses in the world. Well-built, very elegant babies do not grow above 75 cm. The legs are thin, with little hooves. A distinctive feature is the absence of one or two pairs of ribs and a life expectancy of up to 40 years. They have very delicate thin skin and beautiful mane and tail. In general, very smart, energetic, intelligent and good-natured animals. The suits are the most diverse.
- American miniature horse. Representatives of this breed differ from ordinary horses only in height. They are absolutely harmoniously combined. The name of the breed - "miniature horse" - indicates complete similarity with the "older brothers". It is impossible to ride them, but you can harness them to carts. Horses can carry two children or one adult. They are perfectly trained, get along well with each other and with other pets. Differ in a variety of suits. Along with dogs and cats, they confidently take the place of some of the most popular pets, albeit quite expensive. They participate in all kinds of show programs created specifically for such miniature creatures.
- Mini appaloosa. Accurate reduced copy of appaloosa. The horses of this breed served as the basis. Careful selection, aimed at reducing growth, allowed to get speckled babies. In addition to a pretty suit, they have striped hooves and the exterior of a riding horse. Very smart creations.
Pony
This group is outwardly somewhat different from the above breeds. Shorter (80-140 cm), on short legs with rounded torso, shaggy creatures can lead to the tenderness of anyone. Especially hilarious foals. Widely used in children's sports. Very strong and hardy creatures.
The suits are very different, very interesting specimens are found that are quite capable of competing for the title of the most beautiful horses. There are many breeds of ponies, the most famous: the riding ponies of Great Britain, Exmoor, Scottish, Welsh Icelandic, Shetland ponies, polo ponies.
Favorite
Representatives of a huge number of diverse local breeds can also participate in the world beauty contest:
- Portuguese horses breed sorraya. They are distinguished by a bulan in silver or a mouse-like suit. In the world there are only 200 animals of this breed.
- Indian Marwari. Piebald and gray animals are most valued. Feature - inwardly bent ears. Their tips may touch or intersect. This gives the horses a very unusual and yet attractive appearance.
What the most beautiful horse in the world, no one knows for sure. It is very difficult to compare one perfection with another. Everyone has different preferences. An ordinary workhorse, standing in a shed, for its loving owner will be the most beautiful, smart and kind among the whole multi-million horse population of the planet. This is absolutely true.