Escaramuza charra is a Mexican sport that was born in the years of the revolution. It consists of a group of women on horseback , usually between 10 and 16 years old, who make the horses “dance” to the rhythm of music and a lot of choreographies. Discover now all our trips, tours, holidays and horse trekking in Mexico.
One of the fundamental elements is clothing : in fact, every member of the group must dress in the same way according to the representation. Let’s recall that the latter is also a symbol of the emancipation of women, whom acquired the right to participate in the battle by riding a horse during the war.
These shows, not particularly touristy and still “real”, can be found in the Xcaret area, in the Yucatan peninsula; a moment of fun full of history, culture, traditions, music and joy.
For those wishing to visit the Rajasthan area, what better opportunity than the Pushkar Fair ?? !! …. In the Hindu month of kartik (full moon period in November ), ten days after the Diwali festival, this traditional cattle-selling fair begins, during which this quiet town and its surroundings come alive. Campsites and tents appear […]
The horse , always at the side of man, has really made history … transport, agriculture and wars … in this heart-warming photo from 1918, 650 soldiers, who survived the First World War, line up to pay homage to their four-legged companions who died during the battle. Over 8 million horses, mules and donkeys died […]