Dam Square. Amsterdamâs iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations. Amsterdamâs origins lie on Dam Square and youâll get a sense of this history as you look at the structures here. Today the square is also a venue for mass events, fun fairs and pantomime artists. Join the locals and relax at the base of the National Monument while listening to street organs.
Shiva (/ËÊivÉ/ ; Sanskrit: Åiva, meaning The Auspicious One), also known as Mahadeva (Great God ), is one of the Trinity deities of Hinduism.He is the supreme god within Shaivism, one of the three most influential denominations in contemporary Hinduism.hiva (/ËÊivÉ/ ; Sanskrit: Åiva, meaning The Auspicious One), also known as Mahadeva (Great God ), is one of the Trinity deities of Hinduism.
Shiva Linga. Shiva Linga is the holy symbol of Lord Shiva that is considered sacred by the devotees of Lord Shiva. The word, âLingumâ in Sanskrit means, âsymbolâ.Shiva Lingum, therefore means symbol of Lord Shiva and is therefore considered most sacred by Shaivaites. Siva Linga has been worshipped in Hinduism since ages.nterpretation of Shiva Linga as an Abstract Symbol of God Some scholars of the Hindu scriptures say that Linga is merely an abstract symbol of the God. They point towards several legends in Hinduism where a sundry rock or even a pile of sand has been used by as a Lingam or the symbol of Shiva.