In venues around Chiang Mai, you may notice life-sized, decorated baby elephant sculptures created by artists and celebrities through the social enterprise Elephant Parade. The organisation runs this store to educate visitors about the plight of elephants, with large and small statues available for purchase. Children and artsy adults will appreciate the station for painting your own.
Elephant Parade
Chiang Mai
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