At first glance, Shiva’s family may look like one of the most unusual families in Hindu tradition. Shiva has a snake around his neck, while Kartikeya rides a peacock, traditionally seen as the snake’s natural enemy. Ganesha has a mouse as his vehicle, while Nandi is always by Shiva’s side. And there is another family member who is often missing from the familiar group statues:Ashok Sundari, the daughter of Shiva and Parvati.
