Supernatural beings are celestial souls that may possess magical powers and unique physical forms. Our epics and mythology mention several supernatural beings. Some of the commonly mentioned are described below.

• Devas

Devas are gods, each with special powers and qualities. They look regal and handsome.

• Gandharvas

Gandharvas and Kinnaras are the musicians of the gods. They may have the head or body of a horse or some other animal or bird. Gandharvas are also good healers.

• Yakshas

Yakshas are nature spirits, who can be good or evil. Kubera is the king of the Yakshas.

• Apsaras

Apsaras are celestial dancers. They are very beautiful and talented.

• Nagas

Nagas are part-human and part-snake. They are strong and handsome, and can be good or evil.

• Vanaras

Vanaras are children of the devas. They look like apes and are strong and intelligent, though they have poor memories.

• Sidhas

Sidhas and Charanas are enlightened souls and demigods.

• Rakshasas

Rakshasas and Asuras are huge, powerful and enemies of the gods, though there are exceptions like Vibhishana and Ghatotkacha.