it is not very deep through the girth, due to the Akhal-Teke influence. The skin is thin and soft, with a shiny coat. The main colors are chestnut and bay, with a characteristic golden tint; some are gray, and palominos and buckskins are rare. White markings are permitted. As well as being fast and agile, the Karabakh is known for its endurance and loyalty. They are known for their endurance as the 19th century French Geogopher Reclus Elisée describes in his book L'Homme et la terre (The Earth and its Inhabitants) their strength as: "The Karabakh horses, however, which climb the cliffs like goats, are said to be the finest in Transcaucasia" See also Azerbaijan horse References Horse breeds Karabakh Horse breeds originating in Azerbaijan National symbols of Azerbaijan