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These Indian elephants are loved, revered, groomed and given a prestigious place in the state's culture. [32] There they are often referred to as the 'sons of the sahya .' The elephant is the state animal of Kerala and is featured on the emblem of the Government of Kerala , and previously on the coat of arms of Travancore .
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He is the "king of elephants" also serves as the main vehicle for the deity Indra. [1] It is also called 'abhra-Matanga', meaning "elephant of the clouds"; 'Naga-malla', meaning "the fighting elephant"; and 'Arkasodara', meaning "brother of the sun". [2] 'Abhramu' is the elephant wife of Airavata. Airavata is also the third son of Iravati.
An elephant is also one of several attributes of a Chakravartin, which he is expected to own to be bestowed with the title of a universal ruler. A legend states that Airavata, the first elephant, emerged from the churning of the ocean. There is another mythological account, which states that Brahma created elephants.
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Nettipattam is an ornament used in Kerala to adorn the forehead of temple Elephants during Temple festivals and other auspicious events. Nettipattam is often translated into English as an elephant caparison. Nettipattam is made with Gold and Copper. It is an integral part of Kerala culture.
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Pal describes Gajasurasamhara as "the most dynamic of all Śaiva (related to Shiva) themes as created by South Indian sculptors." [14] The body of Shiva is often emphasized in this posture to convey vigorous dance. [14] In images from Karnataka, Shiva's right leg is on the elephant head and the left leg slightly lifted above to suggest dancing ...