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Elephant Festival, India
Photography by Marjorie Lang
The elephant festival is one of the most popular festivals in Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan Stadium in March. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses, and folk dancers.  The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth), and heavy jewelry.  Zoom

Elephant Festival, India

Photography by Marjorie Lang

The elephant festival is one of the most popular festivals in Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan Stadium in March. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses, and folk dancers.  The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth), and heavy jewelry. 

Posted on Monday, April 4, 2011.
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