Gajasimha

Royal Arms of Cambodia

'Gajasimha', Museum of Cham Sculpture

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Gajasimha or gajasingha is a mythical hybrid animal in South East Asia

Description

The Gajasimha has the head of an elephant and the body of a lion.

In heraldy

A Gajasimha is used as supporter in the coat of arms of Cambodia.

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