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Following the Aryan Invasions, ancient Indian armies were composed of the four limbs: chariots; elephants; cavalry and infantry.

Elephant Hills in Khao Sok on Phuket island, Thailand, offers an up close and personal experience looking after the big beasts and trekking with them in the nearby hills.

The Asian elephant has played a central role in Thai history, yet rapidly shrinking habitat and a drastic reduction in numbers mean that it is now an endangered species.

The Thai elephant is now classed as an endangered species by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species so a Mobile Help Clinic is an asset.

Nestling in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is Thailand's favourite island, offering jungle trekking, elephant safaris, beautiful beaches, nightlife and locations for films.

Kids get easily bored touring ancient Cambodian temples in the tropical heat, but parents take heart - there are activities around Angkor younger tourists can enjoy too.

The Elephant Nature Park in the Mae Taeng Valley in northern Thailand is home to over thirty Asian elephants, many of them rescued from dire circumstances.

Dance, music, theatre, painting, photography and prints, Hindu, Chinese and Malay Festivals, all combine to make autumn in Singapore an exciting place for art-lovers.

Elephants have been used in war for thousands of years. With their massive strength and magnificent ivory tusks, they inspired awe and terror in all who faced them.

Cambodia's 1,000-plus non-government organizations as well as local communities and associations provide many options for ethical tours, dining and shopping.