About Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants located at Pinnawala village. It was established to care for elephants found abandoned or injured in the wild.
Highlights
- Over 80 elephants in residence
- Twice-daily bathing sessions in the river
- Baby elephant feeding opportunities
- Conservation and breeding program
- Educational exhibits about elephant care
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