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22/45.- Camargue Horses

In parts of Camargue, a white race of horses still lives in (semi-) freedom.   But most of them have now been (semi-) domesticated for tourists to take rides on.  Camargue is also a breeding-ground for fighting bulls.  The best ones are sold (for a small fortune) to bullrings, while those of lesser quality are butchered to provide the meat for "gardian", the local beef stew with wine, herbs and spices.

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