Which celestial bird is associated with the Samudra Manthana legend?
Garuda
Jatayu
Anzu
Phoenix
Answer
Garuda, the celestial bird, is associated with the Samudra Manthana legend. According to the legend, Haridwar is one of the four sites where drops of amrita, the elixir of immortality, accidentally spilled over from a kumbha (pitcher) while being carried by Garuda.
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