Elephant Memorial in Teluk Intan
Elephants are reputed to have a great memory. They are also reputed to never forgive. There have been tales where elephants have sought re...
Elephants are reputed to have a great memory. They are also reputed to never forgive. There have been tales where elephants have sought re...
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