It is said that, once, the Devas and Asuras worked together to churn the cosmic ocean in the search for Amrit (the nectar of immortality). During the Samudra Manthan, the Mount Mandara, which was being used as the churning rod, started to sink. Water levels started to rise, putting the entire universe in danger. To protect creation, Lord Vishnu had to take on the form of a giant tortoise to support the mountain. This was Kurma, the third of the legendary Dasavatarams.
This mural by artists from the Cholamandal Artist’s Village is an exquisite representation of this iconic episode. The mural is over 40m (120 ft) in running length and is hand painted by the artists of Cholamandal Artist’s Village.
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