Cruel attractions which fund the kidnap and torture of elephants—disguised as harmless “elephant holidays”—continue to be popular with Western tourists in Asia. Elephants are put on display, made to perform routines, conduct rides, or give “massages.” However, these activities are only possible through mistreatment. “They are controlled, managed, and made tourist-ready through abject cruelty and mental torture to break their spirits. It’s a vicious circle that can’t be stopped unless we all say, ‘The show is over.'”
Link: Metro