The story of Urvashi and Pururava is an eye-opener for those who ignore dharma and prefer physical beauty. King Pururava was a very pious king, envied even by the gods, but failed with the celestial nymph, Urvashi, and forgot his duties toward his family and people. But in the end, he got his lesson. The … Read more

An Apsara is a celestial and/or a water nymph who serves the gods by entertaining them with her dance and sometimes using her charm and beauty to break the penance of ascetics who might intend to conquer heaven. Apsaras are so beautiful and voluptuous that even staunch ascetics and gods fall for them. They are … Read more