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.
History of Shivling! 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, âPenisâ. Shiva Lingum, therefore means Penis of Lord Shiva and is therefore considered most sacred by Shaivaites specially hindu womans (Nari).or, they say that the other meaning of the Sanskrit word âLingaâ is gender in general and phallus (the male reproductive organ) in particular. They believe that the base of the Lingam corresponds to the Yoni which mean vagina or the female reproductive organ.