Reflections on Equestrian Sport in the Ancient Egypt Pharaohs' Period

Abstract

In this study, the origin, development, and reflections of equestrian sport on other societies were investigated during the ancient Egyptian Pharaohs. The Pharaohs' period in ancient Egypt was between 3100-300 BC. In ancient Egypt, horse riding was a means of showing the power of the kings, especially during the Pharaohs, as well as for various uses. Egyptian people had horse races among young people. Equestrian events include chariot racing along with riding. Chariot racing can be done with either four horses or two horses. The race with a two-horse chariot consists of a total distance of 14,500 meters. Riding can be done with foals (Young horses) or full-grown horses. The race distance riding is 7250 meters. Training for riding could only be afforded by wealthy people due to the expensive cost of training and the money it takes to feed the trainer, rider, and horse. The owner received the victory wreath if his horse and rider won because the owner is the one who meets for all of the expenses for the race to occur. The Egyptians, however, trained that noble animal for riding purposes. We can say that the magnificent development of the ancient Egyptian civilization is reflected in the culture and technology of equestrian sports. © 2023 by Nova Science Publishers, Inc. All rights reserved.