This iconic representation of Vishnu is known by various names: Vaikuntha, Vaikunthanatha (Lord of Vaikuntha), Caturmurti (four-fold representation), Caturanana (four-faced), Para Vasudeva Narayana, Vishnu Caturmurti, Vishnu Caturanana and Vaikuntha Caturmurti…
Local name: VadhanarayananCommon name: White Gul Mohur / Creamy Peacock flowerBotanical name: Delonix elata (L.) Gamble …
The study of the Karttikeya icon throws new light on the history of the deity.The Kushanas were worshipers of Karttikeya. Karttikeya images are found in Mathura dating back to the 1st CE belonging to…
Common namesBristly rabbit, Assam rabbit, Harsh-furred hareDistributionThe Hispid hare is found in the foothills of the Himalayas, Northwestern Assam, Bhutan and Nepal.Habit and habitatThis hare prefers scrub savannah or tall grass regions. When the…