Goddess Saraswati

Story & significance

Saraswati, the river-goddess of the Rig Veda, embodies learning, speech and the arts. Students, musicians and scholars seek her blessings, especially on Vasant Panchami.

Vahana (mount)

Hamsa (swan)

Consort

Brahma

Sacred temples

• Gnana Saraswati, Basar
• Sringeri Sharadamba, Karnataka
• Sharada Peeth, Kashmir

Festivals