Al Shaqab, Qatar Foundation's equestrian centre 3
Channel: Armstrong Augusto Vaz
Date: 02/08/2012

Al Shaqab's breeding philosophy is to preserve the Arabian breed and to produce horses that are beautiful and athletic. They must be physically strong to carry their riders to faraway places -- just as they did in the past. The breeding programme at Al Shaqab is divided into three categories: International Arabian horses, combining all Arabian bloodlines; Straight Egyptian Arabians, as defined by The Pyramid Society; and the traditional Qatari bloodlines of the past.

Al Shaqab stands as an enduring tribute to the Arabian horse and the tradition of equestrian excellence that has co-evolved with this breed in Qatar.

The range of equine disciplines and programs that Al Shaqab promotes ensures that the cultural legacy and appreciation of the Arabian breed are lovingly handed down in Qatar from generation to generation.