BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): The people and the press have been invited to welcome Plai Sak Surin, one of three Thai elephants gifted to Sri Lanka, on Sunday (July 2), the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre said on Thursday.
Plai Sak Surin was gifted to the Sri Lanka in 2001 when the elephant was about 10 years old. The Sri Lankan government transferred ownership of Plai Sak Surin to Kande Vihara Temple to serve as the carrier of the holy Buddha relics during reverence ceremonies.
Already a subscriber? Log in
Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access
Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks.
