Akhal-Teke

Photo shows an Akhal-Teke horse during an equestrian performance at the Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park in Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. ( Taste all China /Li Long) As June marks the peak travel season in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, tourists are flocking to the Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park in the regional capital, Urumqi, to immerse themselves in the area's rich equestrian culture. Various activities centered around Akhal-Teke horses, one of the world's oldest and most iconic horse breeds, including horse-drawn carriage parades and equestrian performances, are contributing to the development of culture, tourism, commerce, and catering in the region. The park, spanning over 40,000 square meters, is China's largest Akhal-Teke horse breeding center. It houses more than 400 Akhal-Teke horses and 18 renowned European and Asian horse breeds. The facility serves multiple purposes, including breeding, displaying, training, and showcasing Akhal-Teke horses, as well as hosting equestrian performances, competitions, and fitness activities. The park is home to the country's only gene bank dedicated to preserving the genetic resources of Akhal-Teke horses, ensuring the breed's survival. Akhal-Teke horses run in a spacious enclosure at the Xinjiang Ancient Ecological Park in Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang…