Thousands gather to feed elephants a vibrant feast of fruits, rice, jaggery, and sweets in honor of Lord Ganesha in Vadakkunnathan Temple

Thousands gather to feed elephants a vibrant feast of fruits, rice, jaggery, and sweets in honor of Lord Ganesha in Vadakkunnathan Temple, India

In Hindu tradition, elephants are sacred, often seen as earthly manifestations of the gods