There are two types of apsaras— laukika (worldly) and daivika (divine). They are said to excel at dancing, and are often considered the wives of the gandharvas, the court musicians of Indra. The …

Apsara, in Indian religion and mythology, one of the celestial singers and dancers who, together with the gandharvas, or celestial musicians, inhabit the heaven of the god Indra, the lord of the heavens.

Apr 14, 2025 · An Apsara is a celestial and/or a water nymph who serves the gods by entertaining them with her dance and sometimes using her charm and beauty to break the penance of ascetics who …

Sep 5, 2016 · In the Vedas, the apsaras are water nymphs, often married to the gandharvas. By the time the Puranas and the two epics were composed, the apsaras and gandharvas had become …

An Apsara (Sanskrit: अप्सरा: apsarāḥ, plural अप्सरस: apsarasaḥ) is a female spirit of the clouds and waters in Hindu and Buddhist mythology. English translations of the word are "nymph," "celestial …

Apsaras are the dancing girls of Indra’s court. They rose from the milk ocean when it was churned, and are of resplendent and celestial forms. However, the Apasarases did not undergo purification and …

In Hindu and Buddhist mythology, an Apsara is a celestial nymph or spirit, often depicted as a beautiful and graceful female being. The term “Apsara” is derived from the Sanskrit word “ apsarāh,” which …

Stepping into the vibrant tapestry of Hindu mythology, one is met by celestial beings of otherworldly allure — the Apsaras. More than mere heavenly dancers, these divine nymphs embody the union of …

Nov 23, 2025 · In Hinduism, Apsaras are primarily celestial nymphs known for their beauty, grace, and charm. They often inhabit the heavens, entertain divine beings, and are associated with themes of …

An apsara, also spelled as apsaras (respective plurals apsaras and apsarases), is a type of female spirit of the clouds and waters in Hindu and Buddhist culture. They figure prominently in the sculpture, …