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White Elephant


White elephant in Thai culture, highly auspicious and symbols of royal power





Whiteness is regarded as an sign of purity in this context. The white elephant has an important meaning in both Hinduism and Buddhism.


Their skin may be light grey, beige or even have a rosy. Think of the impressive procession of 11 white elephants at the Grand Palace in honour of Thailand’s late King Bhumibol Adulyadej in Bangkok.
In fact, chang phueak are not necessarily albinos but are much paler than common elephants. In Thai culture, the status of kings have been rated by the number of white elephants that were in their possession and they have been historically considered a symbol of the King’s majesty. Hence, the late King Bhumibol owned the greatest number of white elephants. He had 21 white elephants and this can be regarded as an unprecedented achievement. Eleven of these elephants are still alive but only five of them have royal titles.

 how does a chang phueak become a royal elephant? An elephant has to undergo a number of tests conducted by the Bureau of the Royal Household since it is important to ensure that the elephant is suited for the title and has not only the physical but also the behavioural characteristics required.



In the past, Thai kings also gave white elephants as presents to friends and allies. This was a blessing or curse since an elephant considered sacred was not supposed to work and at the same time it needed care and food. Thus, a chang phueak could easily become a huge financial burden to the owner unless the king would also provide the recipient with land for the elephant.

The white elephant has been the most sacred and auspicious animal in Thai culture since it is also considered as a royal animal related to the King.




This is sadness of Thai people to King, I would like you to see this video  : White elephants pay respect to late Thai King

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National Thai Elephant day

The day of Thai Elephant from Thai Elephant conservation center join with privates institution. If establish the day of Thai elephant, it can help the people interested them and cooperative conservation. They considered "13 Mach" was The National Thai Elephant day. Because these day is choosing animals for Thailand that is White Elephant too.  This is regarded as praise and respect very important Thai elephant. Every 13 Mach, National Thai Elephant day, some elephant conservation center, some countries, have activity for elephant such as elephant's buffet, exhibition for knowledge, and elephant's show. The purpose of activity for realize that is very important to Thailand.
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