Here comes the retired circus elephants on the grass

the Elephants Lara, Djungla, Jenny and Ramboline has taken manege and scenes the world over.

Saturday, have they taken, what will be the last major scene, namely Elefantsletten in Knuthenborg safari park. Here they can enjoy themselves in the open expanse of the size of 21 football pitches.

the Gate to the 140.000 square meters big udeområde was opened at 11 o'clock, and according to the Lolland-Falsters folketidende on TV2 and East of it took place in the comfort.

the Elephants were a bit hesitant, but it was not long before they ventured further out on the plain.

- I can't describe how happy I am now, where I after many years of struggle can see Ramboline, Jenny, Lara and Djungla where they belong in the best destinations. It was something very special to experience how the four elephants reacted when they were finally closed on the grass. Now they need to just be elephants to the end of their days, says Britta Riis, director of Animal Protection.

On the Elefantsletten the danes can experience the elephants splashing in the water, sandbade, water baths and wandering around in the great outdoors. Guests can run or walk around the entire facility with an unobstructed view.

- We are so happy that we finally have opened the doors for the danes. We have am very exited to welcome Denmark in order to experience the result of two years of work. Today is therefore a very special day. Guests have also been very happy, says Christoffer Knuth, director of Knuthenborg safari park.