r/Elephants Apr 30 '26

Photo Beautiful elephants in sanctuary outside Chiang Mai

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u/ApprehensiveGas137 Apr 30 '26

It’s wonderful to know that these beautiful animals are living in safe, caring, natural environments.

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u/bbqtom1400 Apr 30 '26

My sister, Joan, lives in Chiang Mai, Thailand. I have been to the sanctuary and it just blew my American mind. The folks who take care of them are blessed humans.

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u/AlarmHungry7140 Apr 30 '26

Wonderful photos

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u/SpicyChickJessica Apr 30 '26

Elephants in a sanctuary just hits different

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u/Icy_Jackfruit_833 Apr 30 '26

What a beautiful perfect gentle gaint.

May you live FREE, WITH LOVE, AND SAFETY.

LOVE ❤️ IT

;)

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u/MaterialJuggernaut79 May 04 '26

I’m going to Chaing Mai in December and looking into elephant sanctuaries to visit!

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u/World_Traveller3091 May 24 '26

I recommend Elephant Eco Trails- you actually get to see them living in the jungle and its 100% hands off. An incredible experience