Dam Square. Amsterdamâs iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations. Amsterdamâs origins lie on Dam Square and youâll get a sense of this history as you look at the structures here. Today the square is also a venue for mass events, fun fairs and pantomime artists. Join the locals and relax at the base of the National Monument while listening to street organs.
Shiva (/ËÊivÉ/ ; Sanskrit: Åiva, meaning The Auspicious One), also known as Mahadeva (Great God ), is one of the Trinity deities of Hinduism.He is the supreme god within Shaivism, one of the three most influential denominations in contemporary Hinduism.hiva (/ËÊivÉ/ ; Sanskrit: Åiva, meaning The Auspicious One), also known as Mahadeva (Great God ), is one of the Trinity deities of Hinduism.
The Sanskrit word Åaiva means relating to the god Shiva, and this term is the Sanskrit name both for one of the principal sects of Hinduism and for a member of that sect. It is used as an adjective to characterize certain beliefs and practices, such as Shaivism.