In a remarkable development, Odisha has found a touristy gem near Daya River Valley in Puri. Archaeologists reportedly discovered a Buddhist relic in the form of an elephant, as old as 2,300 years old, in the region, believed to have Buddhism as the main religion back then. The elephant has been carved from a single piece of rock against the ancient river's backdrop.
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All About The 2,300-Year-Old Elephant Statue Discovered In Puri, Odisha
The strong link between Buddhism and elephant symbolism is evident in various Buddhist scriptures and the Jataka Tales. According to these ancient texts, Buddha, in his previous incarnations as a Bodhisattva, manifested as an elephant

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