Rare Twin Elephants Born in Thailand Captivate Nation

The unexpected birth of male and female calves at Ayutthaya Elephant Palace is hailed as a miracle.

The twin birth is extremely rare, occurring in only one percent of elephant births.
Caretakers had to intervene to protect the weaker female calf, resulting in one injury.
The twins received blessings from Buddhist monks in a merit-making ceremony.
Visitors are flocking to the park to see the newborns, who will be named according to Thai custom.
Elephants hold significant cultural and historical importance in Thailand.