Dragons of Fame

Apalala

History: Apalala was the guardian spirit of the sources of the river Subhavastu. Apalala converted to Buddhism and became and arhat with the help of Gautama Buddha. Other variations suggest that this dragon lived in the Swat River.¹

Symbolism: The story of Apalala is told to Buddhist children so that they may learn that their happies relies on their faith.¹

Physical Description: Like other Naga, Apalala was a serpet with two legs and the head of a human. He did not have wings.

1. Giants, Monsters & Dragons by Carol Rose

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