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China scenic spot faces outcry over real horse carousel ride, raising animal welfare concerns

South China Morning PostEN 2 min read 100% complete by Yating YangFebruary 24, 2026 at 09:00 AM
China scenic spot faces outcry over real horse carousel ride, raising animal welfare concerns
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A scenic spot in Xian, Shaanxi province, China, is facing criticism for its "Rotating Real Horses" carousel ride. The attraction, part of the Shijingli Scenic Area's "Fantasy Martial Arts Town" series, features six live horses tethered to a rotating metal frame. The ride, promoted with slogans promising good luck and wealth, operates daily from February 6 to March 8. While the scenic area entry costs 29.9 yuan, the horse ride requires a separate fee. Despite its popularity with visitors, the attraction has sparked online debate and raised concerns about animal welfare and public safety due to the horses being confined and rotated for extended periods.

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YouTube ×240% Fantasy Martial Arts Town 50% Henan Daily Newspaper Group 60% Shaanxi province 70% Xian 70% Shijingli Scenic Area ×280% China 90%

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animal welfare 90% horse carousel 90% rotating horses 80% scenic spot 70% public safety 60% tourist attraction 60% china 50% online debates 40%

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