The horseback ride is called a cavalcade.
The etymological origin of cabalgata is found in the Italian word cavalcata , in turn derived from cavalcare . The term refers to the act of riding .
The verb cabalgar , meanwhile, comes from the Vulgar Latin caballicāre . This is what the action of riding or riding a horse is called. A ride, in this way, can be a ride that is carried out on a horse .
Horseback riding as a recreational activity
A person can ride a horse for multiple reasons. The idea of a horseback ride is usually used when said tour is carried out for tourist, recreational or commemorative purposes . On the other hand, if the individual moves on the animal while carrying out a productive or work activity or simply to go from one point to another, it is not common for the concept to be used.
Horseback riding is an approach to nature . It involves interacting with the animal and traveling without using polluting vehicles, such as cars or motorcycles.
Another advantage that horseback riding provides is that it allows you to reach places that are difficult to access, climbing mountains or crossing rivers. In some cases, riding requires a certain skill that allows you to control the horse and avoid obstacles on the road without risk.
When riding, the well-being of the animal must always be guaranteed.
animal welfare
It is common for horseback riding to be a source of controversy due to the situation of the horses on these routes. Animal rights defenders report that animals are often mistreated or subjected to conditions that threaten their health.
There are people who, for ethical and even philosophical reasons, maintain that no animal should be exploited by humans . Horseback riding, in this sense, should never take place. Other individuals accept this type of ride although they demand regulations and measures that ensure good treatment of the horse.
Among the aspects to consider are the load that the animal must carry, the time it spends immobilized, the distance it must travel and the availability of food and water . In addition, of course, to the treatment given by the caregiver, who should not resort to beatings or punishments.
Some famous rides
It is interesting to note that cavalcade can be used to refer to a parade of horsemen, dancers, musical bands and/or floats that takes place within the framework of a celebration . In this sense we can find several popular parades of historical significance.
The Sardinian Parade , for example, is a traditional event that takes place at the end of May in the Italian city of Sassari . The origins of this parade lie in 1711 , when a tribute on horseback was made to King Philip V of Spain .
In the Czech Republic , on the other hand, the Parade of the Kings takes place. Recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage of Humanity , it takes shape in the context of the Pentecost festival.
Several cities around the world, finally, host the Three Kings Parade . This event usually consists of a parade of cars or floats where people representing the three Wise Men distribute candy to children. This parade takes place on January 5 , the eve of Epiphany or Three Kings Day.