Garuda (Sanskrit: गरुड, romanized: Garuḍa; Pali: गरुळ, romanized: Garuḷa; Vedic Sanskrit: गरुळ, IAST: Garuḻa) is a Hindu deity who is primarily depicted as the mount (vahana) of the Hindu god Vishnu.

Garuda, in Hindu mythology, the bird (a kite or an eagle) and the vahana (mount) of the god Vishnu. In the Rigveda the sun is compared to a bird in its flight across the sky, and an eagle carries the ambrosial soma plant from heaven to earth.

Jun 25, 2015 · Garuda is a national symbol of India, Indonesia and Thailand. The mythological bird creature Garuda traditionally has the torso and arms of a man and the wings, head, beak and talons of an eagle or vulture. His body is gold in colour, his wings are red and his face is white.

Mar 2, 2024 · Garuda is a mythical bird and a prominent figure in Hindu mythology. Known as the king of birds, Garuda holds a revered position as the vehicle (vahana) of Lord Vishnu, one of the supreme deities of the Hindu pantheon.

Mar 25, 2018 · Garuda is an immortal bird-god, beloved by Hindus and Buddhists alike. This golden character is so mighty, he has been known to exterminate entire oceans full of snakes and to defeat entire armies of gods in one battle.

Oct 5, 2024 · Garuda, the majestic bird in Hindu mythology, is a symbol of power, speed, and devotion. Revered as the king of birds, he holds a significant place in the pantheon of Hindu deities, especially as the vahana (vehicle) of Lord Vishnu.

Feb 23, 2019 · In Tibetan Buddhism, the garuda is one of the Four Dignities—animals that represent characteristics of a bodhisattva. The four animals are the dragon representing power, the tiger representing confidence, the snow lion representing fearlessness, and the garuda representing wisdom.

Oct 22, 2024 · Garuda is depicted as a vast, majestic bird with a golden body, a beak like a kite, and wings that rival the sky. His form combines the features of an eagle and a human, symbolizing the connection between the terrestrial and celestial realms.

Garuda, depicted as a majestic bird, is considered the mount of Lord Vishnu. In the famous story of Garuda and the Amrita, he battles demons to retrieve the divine nectar and emerges as a hero.

Apr 8, 2025 · Garuda, in Hinduism, is a powerful mythical bird and the vehicle of Vishnu. Symbolizing speed, strength, and divine service, he plays significant roles in various myths, including transporting deities and embodying loyalty and protection.