The Amul — Hazar horse ride, which started on 12 November in Lebap velayat, is continuing in Turkmenistan. According to the Watan news programme, today the horsemen entered the territory of Mary velayat.
They arrived at the second camp, set up near the settlement of Bagtyyarlyk in Bayramaly etrap.
The ride involves 35 riders on Akhal-Teke horses, representing all regions of the country, as well as Ashgabat and the city of Arkadag.
The ride is dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Turkmenistan's independence.
In total, the riders are to cover 1755 kilometres: 108 km in Lebap, 461 km in Mary, 473 km in Akhal, 33 km in Dashoguz and 680 km in Balkan velayats.
The condition of the horses is constantly monitored. The ride demonstrates the endurance of Akhal-Teke horses and the skill of the riders.
On 15 November, the participants will head to the third camp, which will be located on the grounds of the Ancient Merv State Historical and Cultural Reserve near Bayramaly.
