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Tianma: The Heavenly Horses of the Silk Road
Meet the “heavenly horses” of ancient China and follow their journey along the Silk Road.
Discover how Han dynasty China prized horses from the Ferghana Valley, look closely at the bronze Flying Horse of Gansu, map a Silk Road route and design a cloud-pattern banner.
History
Geography
Art & Design
English
This story comes from Xi’an, China — once the Han capital, Chang’an. See it on the Equine Myths & Legends world map.
Explore the world map- Han dynasty China
- The Silk Road
- History and legend