The influence of the elephant on mankind has always been found to be fascinating, enchanting and charming. The role of the elephant in myth, legend, religion, history, folklore and war, has made it a symbol of splendor. Marveled by the Chinese, Indians and Africans as the most auspicious symbol from the animal kingdom embodying strength, dignity, virility, fertility, prudence, wisdom and intelligence, the elephant is worshipped and honored, sacred and loved. In Buddhism, the elephant is one of the eight precious holy animals and the India God Ganesha is pictured as having the head of an elephant – signs of revered greatness.