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"Have just watched the opening ceremony, it brought tears to my eyes. I could feel the atmosphere and relive all those wonderful days in the stands watching world class dressage."
Beginning with the Parade of Nations, presenting flags and athletes from 50 nations.
See the pageantry of hundreds of Pure Bred Spanish horses and thousands of volunteers.
Royal Guard mounted units and caisson units perform intricate maneuvers.
In-hand and mounted performances by the Pure Bred Spanish Horse Breeders' Association (A.N.C.C.E.).
Quadrille, in-hand, airs above the ground by the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art - Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre of Jerez.
Cobra broodmares from the Jerez Military Stud and El Hierro del Bocado Stud.
Forty antique carriages, one to eight horse hitches pulled by Pure Bred Spanish horses, drivers and passengers in authentic Andalusian finery.
P.A.P.E.A. Parachute Acrobatics Team. Over 1,000 volunteers in Andalusian and flamenco costumes.
No matter what breeds or styles of riding you may prefer, there is nothing more beautiful than talented horses and riders doing what they do best - making magic!.
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