According to Hindu mythology, the gandabherunda was a two-headed bird believed to possess immense strength and magical power. Images of gandabherunda can be found on Hindu temples, thought to be a means of warding off or fighting destructive forces. The bird is often depicted with an elephant… View Full Term
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