Elephant Kraal
I happened to visit the Elephant Kraal of Konni while I was at my aunt's for a vacation in Pathanamthitta. It is home to a number of elephants, the state animal of Kerala. It is also a research center that aims at protecting and preserving elephant populations in the area. Kerala holds the largest population of wild elephants in India.
The reserve had a museum and a park. There was a display of various animal artifacts and information on their evolutionary history. The visitors could rest under the shade of the trees enjoying a cool breeze after visiting the museum. The place was a rich showcase of the culture and tradition of Kerala.
What makes it special for me, however, was the elephant safari my brother and I had. I was scared to death before mounting on the elephant. But the mahout calmed me down saying Amini was sweet and friendly and that she loved humans. Soon enough, I started enjoying the ride. Amini went at a slow pace, and it was comfy sitting on her back. At a point, she stopped to lift her trunk. I was terrified by her trumpeting and even squealed a bit. I remember patting Amini on her head and wondering at her might.
We also met Guruvayoor Padmanabhan and some other elephants whose names I forgot.
Overall, it was a unique and wonderful experience, and a memory to cherish for a lifetime. I will never forget beautiful Amini and the cute little baby elephants I met. This place is worth a visit for anyone interested in the history of elephants in Kerala. If you love elephant rides, it's even better and definitely worth multiple visits.
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DeleteWell written. I love being in Kerala.
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