Ахал-ТекеFOUNDATION "FRIENDS OF THE AKHAL-TEKE HORSE"Heritage · Beauty · Endurance
Discover the Akhal-Teke — an ancient breed with an elegant silhouette and an extraordinary bond with people.
Discover the breedAkhal-Teke · Turkmenistan
A living history
The Akhal-Teke was shaped by the demanding conditions of Central Asia. It is known for lightness, refinement, metallic sheen and remarkable endurance.
Here we bring together knowledge, archival materials and photographs restored from the first Bulgarian website devoted to the breed.
One of the oldest cultivated riding breeds, recognised by its refined frame, expressive eyes and metallic coat.
Read moreThe breed's name unites the Akhal oasis and the Turkmen Teke tribe that preserved it through the centuries.
Read moreIn Turkmen culture the Akhal-Teke is a national symbol and a living connection between generations.
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Akhal oasis · Central AsiaOrigins
The breed's name unites the Akhal oasis and the Turkmen Teke tribe that preserved it through the centuries.
I will not call you a horse; I will call you brother, for you are better to me than a friend.The Oghuz epic Bamsi BeyrekRead more →
General characteristics
One of the oldest cultivated riding breeds, recognised by its refined frame, expressive eyes and metallic coat.
Adapted to long journeys and scarce resources.
A sensitive, loyal horse that builds a strong bond of trust.
Natural ability in dressage, jumping, eventing and endurance.
The fine coat often carries a distinctive golden or silver glow.
Horse and culture
For the Turkmen people the horse embodies beauty, dignity and prosperity. The craft of the seyis and celebrations devoted to the breed carry this bond across generations.
Read morePhoto archive
The complete original photo gallery of the former site — verified and restored photographs of horses, events and traditions.
About us
The Friends of the Akhal-Teke Horse Foundation promotes, preserves and protects this rare breed, its valuable gene pool and cultural heritage.
2016–2021
Older publications are preserved as a record of past activity and kept separate from future news.
Contact us
For questions, partnerships and information about the Akhal-Teke, write to:
info@ahal-teke.org