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Apsaras

अप्सरस्
Also known as: Apsarā, Celestial Dancers, Deva Dasi

About

Celestial female dancers and entertainers who reside in Indra's court. Known for their beauty, grace, and ability to enchant. Serve to reward heroes, test ascetics, and entertain the gods. Major Apsaras include Urvashi, Menaka, Rambha, and Tilottama.

Attributes

BeautyDanceEnchantmentCelestial artTemptation

Symbols

LotusDanceJewelryMusical instruments
Consort
Gandharvas

Scriptures

PuranasMahabharataRamayanaVedas

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India (mythological recognition)

Iconography

Exquisitely beautiful women with elaborate jewelry and flowing garments. Shown dancing or holding lotuses.