In Hindu and Buddhist mythology, a giant eagle or bird-like creature, often depicted as the mount or companion of the god Vishnu.
From Sanskrit 'garuḍa,' which may derive from an ancient word meaning 'devouring' or referring to a large bird. The concept spread throughout Southeast and East Asian religious traditions.
Garuda appears on the flags and national symbols of multiple countries like Indonesia and Thailand, showing how a mythological creature from ancient Sanskrit texts became a symbol of national pride and power in the modern world.
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