The Manipuri Pony is thought to have been derived from ancient stock, as a cross between the Mongolian Wild Horse and the Arabian.
The original purpose of the ponies was as mounts for the Manipur calvalry, which was respected and feared throughout upper Burma during the 17th century. The breed was used in the army throughout World War II, as transport animals to take the British 14th Army into Burma in 1945.
Use : Saddle.
Height : 11 - 13 hh.
Colours : All colours.
Identifying features : Long head, broad muzzle, deep chest, broad body, short legs.
The original polo pony, from Manipur in India where Polo was invented 1,300 years ago.
Paralumun New Age Village