Khao Yai wild elephant visits monastery ahead of Kathin event
NAKHON RATCHASIMA — 29 August 2026, “Plai Khae,” a wild elephant from Khao Yai National Park well known among tourists and local residents, appeared at Tham Kittiwanaram Monastery in Pak Chong district on the morning of . The elephant was spotted at the monastery in Moo 2, Ban Mai Samakkhi, Mu Si subdistrict, as the […] The post Khao Yai wild elephant visits monastery ahead of Kathin event…
On August 29, 2026, a well-known wild elephant named Plai Khae from Khao Yai National Park made an unexpected appearance at Tham Kittiwanaram Monastery in Pak Chong district. Plai Khae had been spotted in the Moo 2, Ban Mai Samakkhi, Mu Si subdistrict area as preparations were underway for a Kathin robe-offering ceremony, which was scheduled for Sunday, November 22.
The elephant wandered around the monastery grounds, seemingly inspecting the site. News of the elephant's visit spread quickly among local residents and tourists passing through the area. Some motorists stopped their vehicles to take photos of the elephant as a memento of the unusual sight.
To ensure the safety of residents, tourists, motorists, and the elephant itself, Khao Yai National Park officials and a team of volunteers arrived on the scene. They worked together to guide Plai Khae away from the monastery and nearby roads. The operation was a success, with no injuries reported.
Authorities urged the public and tourists to avoid approaching wild elephants, blocking traffic, or taking photos from close range near the Khao Yai area. Wild elephants can sometimes behave unpredictably, and officials emphasized the importance of following instructions from authorities to maintain everyone's safety.
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