Horses have long been among the most
economically important domesticated animals; although
their importance has declined with mechanization,
they are still found worldwide, fitting into human
lives in various ways. The horse is prominent in religion,
mythology, and art; it has played an important role
in transportation, agriculture, and war; it has additionally
served as a source of food, fuel, and clothing.
Almost all breeds of horses can,
at least in theory, carry humans on their backs or
be harnessed to pull objects such as carts or plows.
However, horse breeds were developed to allow horses
to be specialized for certain task; lighter horses
for racing or riding, heavier horses for farming and
other tasks requiring pulling power.
In some societies, horses are a source
of food, both meat and milk; in others it is taboo
to consume them. In industrialized countries horses
are predominantly kept for leisure and sporting pursuits,
while they are still used as working animals in many
other parts of the world.
A hotel is an establishment that provides paid lodging,
usually on a short-term basis. Hotels often provide
a number of additional guest services such as a restaurant,
a swimming pool or childcare. Some hotels have conference
services and meeting rooms and encourage groups to
hold conventions and meetings at their location
