Boots were first worn in cold, mountainous regions and hot, sandy deserts where horse-riding communities lived. Heels on boots kept feet secure in the stirrups.

• 靴子最早诞生于寒冷山区及炎热多沙的沙漠,那里是骑马生活的社会。鞋跟可以让脚安放在马蹬上。