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India - Bihar - Elephants and pilgrims share the same crowded Gandak river banks to bathe

Elephants and pilgrims share the Gandak river banks to bathe and drink water during the month long Sonepur animal fair close to Patna, Bihar province. The most auspicious day to share this same space is during the day following the full moon give that elephants are revered animals and respected like gods, India

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Elephants and pilgrims share the Gandak river banks to bathe and drink water during the month long Sonepur animal fair close to Patna, Bihar province. The most auspicious day to share this same space is during the day following the full moon give that elephants are revered animals and respected like gods, India