2006-10-16 - Chiang Saen, Thailand. Jonathan Thompson
It started life on the back of a beer mat. But 25 years on, elephant polo boasts corporate sponsorship and competitions that draw teams from across the globe. This is the sixth year of the Cup, which takes place annually with royal consent - a valuable commodity in Thailand - organised by the Anantara resort group. This year it has relocated to the elephants' natural habitat, the Golden Triangle, having transferred from its usual home, the southern beach resort of Hua Hin.
2006-09-10 - CHIANG SAEN, Thailand. Anthony Faiola
During America's debut in the extra-wide world of elephant polo last week, frustrated U.S. captain Kimberly Zenz nearly screamed herself hoarse. Zenz overcame the Thong Kao curse and scored, almost upsetting one of the top British teams with a riveting 5-3 finish. "This year, we're here to learn," Zenz said. "But look out in Sri Lanka. We won't be the rookies anymore."
2006-09-04 - Chiang Saen, Thailand.
The tournament takes place at the Anantara Resort, located approximately an hour from Chiang Rai where guests can lodge in comfort with private balconies overlooking scenic mountains. Sept. 1-3 are practice days leading up to a 30-elephant parade through Chiang Saen on Sept. 4. The tournament ground is a school play yard in town. Entry to the tournament is free; donations go to the National Elephant Institute which provides medical care, sustenance, employment and welfare to Thailands elephant p...
2025-03-27 - Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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2025-03-05 - Trichy, India.
A 60-year-old female elephant named Jaini, who was being cared for at the MR Palayam Government Elephant Rehabilitation Centre in Reserve Forest under the Trichy Forest Division, has passed away. The ...
2025-02-07 - Amboseli, Kenya.
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