The Truth About Hamsa Vahana in Mayapur

It is a fact that the deity known as Hamsa Vahana in Mayapur is not a deity of Lord Shiva nor that of a Hamsa. It is the remains from a destroyed temple and was originally a water spout carved in the shape of a Makara (half elephant, half crocodile). Its very clear if you look at the carving up close. All of the features are very obvious and distinct.