The world-renowned Lipizzaner horse originated in Slovenia's karst region. At the Lipica Stud, established in 1580, there is today a recognized school of dressage riding, and among its other competitions, for a number of years Lipica has organized an annual World Cup tournament in free program riding to music. The picturesque surroundings of the Lipica Stud, the riding school, the performances by the Classic Riding School, the golf course, and other attractions have made the birthplace of the Lipizzaner a first-class tourist center.