Horses

Born in Tunis, Tunisia, on the 4th October 1946, Bernard Borg moved in 1961 with his family to Marseille, in France, while he was still a young boy of 15.

Auroville-raised Lili spent eight years studying art history, theatre and fine arts abroad, and is now perhaps the busiest youth in Auroville.

Red Earth Riding School held its annual equestrian competition from 28 February to 1 March. The Auroville Horse Tournament drew horses and riders from riding schools all around South India for a mix of dressage and show jumping events, with Auroville riders particularly excelling in the higher-level dressage and the fast-paced jumping relay.

From the pioneer days of Auroville's children traveling to school on horseback, Aurovilians have had a long affinity with ponies and horses.

In a quiet and shaded enclosure in the Evergreen Forest, a small herd of horses flick their tails while sipping cool water in an effort to beat the ever-increasing summer heat.