Elephant gathering, Minneriya National Park ,Sri Lanka

The Elephant Gathering at Minneriya National Park in Sri Lanka is one of the world's most awe-inspiring wildlife spectacles. Every year, from July to October, hundreds of wild Asian elephants converge at the Minneriya Tank, a man-made reservoir built in the 3rd century AD. During the dry season, this tank becomes a vital water source and provides lush grasslands, attracting elephants from surrounding forests. The gathering is not a migration but a congregation of various herds coming together to feed, bathe, and socialize .