Veterinarians-funded hospital treats horses to keep culture in Libya

Horse have influenced Middle Eastern culture for millennia and a group of Libyan veterinarians are taking steps to see that it continues to do so.

By Staff Reporter
File photo shows horse riders displaying their skills during festivities in Libya's Tripoli. / AFP

Horses are seen as a symbol of grace and power in the Arab world. 

The animal has influenced Middle Eastern culture for millennia and a group of Libyan veterinarians are taking steps to ensure that it continues to do so. 

TRT World'sRahul Radhakrishnan has more.