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Apsaras

अप्सरस्
Also known as: Devāṅganā

About

Celestial female dancers and entertainers. Reside in Indra's court. Famous for their beauty, grace, and ability to enchant. Serve to reward heroes or test ascetics.

Attributes

DanceBeautySeductionEntertainment

Symbols

DanceLotusJewelry
Consort
Gandharvas

Scriptures

PuranasMahabharataRamayana

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India (mythological recognition)

Iconography

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