Lord Shiva appears in a meditating but ever-happy posture. He has matted hair which holds the flowing Ganges river and a crescent moon, a serpent coiled around his neck, a trident (trishul) in his one hand and ashes all over his body.

The Lord's attri butes represent his victory over the demonic activity, and calmness of human nature.His vehicle is a bull (symbol of happiness and strength) named Nandi.