WHY THE HORSE IS SACRED IN KAZAKH CULTURE And why you feel it the moment you arrive For Kazakhs, the horse has never been just an animal. It was a companion, a protector, a source of freedom, and a reflection of a person’s character and soul. Life on the vast steppe was impossible without horses — and that is why the relationship between humans and horses became sacred. Kazakhs lovingly called the horse: “Esti Zhanuar” — a wise being “Tilsiz Adam” — a human without words ⸻ A language shaped by h

244K views · 10K reactions | A special honour to celebrate Kazakhstan’s Republic Day with my grandchildren, sharing in their heritage through Kazakh culture and art in Geneva. Proud of their roots and the rich traditions they carry forward. Қазақстан Республикасының 35 жылдығымен құттықтаймыз! | Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus | Facebook