The Nisean horse, or Nisaean horse, is an extinct horse breed once native to the plains near modern-day Hamadan, Iran. Described as the "superhorse of antiquity", it was the most prized breed in the history of ancient Persia due to its beauty, large size, and speed.
The Nisean horse, or Nisaean horse, is an extinct horse breed once native to the plains near modern-day Hamadan, Iran. Described as the "superhorse of antiquity", it was the most prized breed in the history of ancient Persia due to its beauty, large size, and speed.
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