10 Relics From the Horse-Powered City

(via mental_floss) The commerce and transportation of modern cities initially relied on the horse. While there are still places where they serve a vital role, on the whole the horse has disappeared from the urban environment as cars, trains, subways, and other hoof-less transportation took over in the 20th century. Look closely enough, though, and you can still find reminders of this equine past in our infrastructure.