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: The Symbol for Shiva. In Sanskrit, Linga means a 'mark' or a symbol, which points to an inference. Thus the Shiva Linga is a symbol of Lord Shiva-a mark that reminds of the Omnipotent Lord, which is formless.he Linga as a Symbol of Creation. The ancient scripture Linga Purana says that the foremost Linga is devoid of smell, colour, taste, etc., and is spoken of as 'Prakriti' or Nature itself. In the post-Vedic period, the Linga became symbolical of the generative power of Lord Shiva.