| Elephants form an important part of the Thai | | | | and is the biggest elephant gathering that takes |
| culture and beliefs, and can be easily visited when | | | | place in the whole of Thailand, attracting plenty of |
| holidaying in Thailand. The link between the Thai | | | | tourists. The Elephant Nature Park is also a unique |
| people and these magnificent animals go back in | | | | sanctuary and rescue center for elephants set in |
| history, as they play an integral role in the | | | | a scenic rural riverside mountain area. Home to |
| monarchy and religion amid other aspects of the | | | | approximately 30 elephants, this site is a beautiful |
| country. White elephants hold a special significance | | | | one to visit. |
| in Thailand, as kings in the country have always | | | | Whilst holidaying in Bangkok, take time to make a |
| had a herd of white elephants as a symbol of | | | | trip to the famous Samphran Elephant Ground |
| royalty. Even today in Thailand, white elephants | | | | & Zoo located an hour away from the city. |
| are revered and considered to be special. | | | | Apart from viewing the elephants, the highlight at |
| The importance of elephants in Thailand can be | | | | this attraction is the spectacular Elephant Theme |
| understood by the fact that the country | | | | Show. Sure to capture your heart whether you |
| celebrates the 13th of March annually as Elephant | | | | are young or old, this is a show not to be missed |
| Day. However, over the last few years, the | | | | as it comes complete with sound effects, |
| number of elephants in Thailand has diminished. | | | | narration and much more. You are able to behold |
| Several projects and conservatories for these | | | | the sight of elephants at work, elephants engaging |
| large animals have been set up all over the | | | | in competitive football and elephants re-enacting |
| country to preserve them. Some of the popular | | | | ancient battles among other highlights! |
| ones in Thailand include the Thai Elephant | | | | Travelers looking for the perfect Bangkok hotel |
| Conservation Center in Lampang, the Surin | | | | accommodation base from which to explore the |
| elephant gathering at the “ISAN” area, the | | | | vibrant city of Bangkok, should look no further |
| Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai and the Khao | | | | than the Bangkok President Solitaire. This luxurious |
| Yai National Park. In these places, you will not only | | | | and elegant Bangkok Sukhumvit hotel provides a |
| be able to view elephants up close, but also | | | | cozy oasis of relaxation and style within the |
| engage in recreational activities with them. The | | | | city’s bustling streets. |
| Surin Elephant Gathering is a real treat to witness | | | | |