Aug 19

Blessing for Thai Aussie Elephant

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Wednesday 19th August, 2009 at 21:54:40| Words: 98 words | Category: News Photos

Asian Elephant calf Luk Chai receives a traditional ecumenical Thai blessing for good health and success at Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia. To respect the Thai heritage of the elephant and herd, the blessing was performed by a senior Monk along with 8 other Monks from Canberra and Sydney temples, and the occasion was also attended by the former owners and mahout of the mother Thong Dee who travelled from Thailand to attend. (Getty Images)


Asian Elephant calf Luk Chai receives a traditional ecumenical Thai blessing for good health and success at Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia. (Getty Images)

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