Padma Nandi

Swetha 18/06/2023

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News:

Researcher says that the Padma Nandi was the inspiration for the Sengol.

What:

It is the royal emblem of the Nolamba Pallava Kings.
Features:
- Nandi sitting on a blooming lotus
- The chhatram- the umbrella, which is the royal insignia, next to the Nandi
- Kirtimukham- a fierce monster face with a gaping mouth and fangs below the Nandi
- Miniature sculptures of lions

Significance:

Possible inspiration

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