Mayura is the national bird of India. It symbolizes freedom, dignity and self-expression. This gorgeous bird has many references in Indian tradition that dates back to more than 2000 BC. Buddhists see this bird as a symbol of compassion and watchfulness. Jain monks carry peacock feathers as they are believed to be pure and ward of evil. This bird is closely associated with some of the Hindu deities and many dynasties considered the bird to be sacred. The eye shaped pattern on the bird's feathers relates to chakra which is a sign of spiritual awakening and one's connection to their inner self? // Minted by blockchain.ey.com