Shiv Pancha Bootha Sthalam Paper Mache Golu Bommai Pair - 10 X 8 Inches | Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Gombe
• Celebrate the Five Sacred Elements with the Pancha Bhoota Sthalangal Golu Bommai Set – 9 Pcs – Paper Mache
• Bring home the divine representation of the five elements—Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space—with this unique Pancha Bhoota Sthalangal paper mache Golu doll set.
• This Golu bommai collection features beautifully sculpted depictions of the five elemental Shiva temples across Tamil Nadu, revered as cosmic centers of the universe.
• Representing Ekambareswarar (Earth), Jambukeswarar (Water), Arunachaleswarar (Fire), Srikalahasteeswarar (Air), and Nataraja of Chidambaram (Space), this Golu doll set embodies the divine unity of nature and consciousness.
• A must-have among Dassara dolls, this set transforms your kolu bommai steps into a pilgrimage across sacred geography and metaphysical philosophy.
• Made from lightweight yet sturdy paper mache, these dassara dolls are easy to arrange and visually vibrant—perfect for upper or center tiers of your Golu display.
• Ideal for spiritual seekers, cultural educators, and Navaratri collectors, this Golu bommai set bridges tradition, ecology, and divinity in one graceful offering.
• Add depth, variety, and elemental energy to your kolu bommai display with this sacred Golu doll set representing Shiva's five elemental manifestations.
• Giri presents this exclusive Pancha Bhoota Sthalangal Golu bommai as part of its diverse Navaratri range—featuring dassara dolls, padi steps, and spiritual décor.
Symbolism & Significance
Symbolism of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams
Each of the five temples in this Golu doll set corresponds to a fundamental element of creation and a specific form of Lord Shiva:
• Earth – Ekambareswarar (Kanchipuram): Symbolizes grounded stability and patience.
• Water – Jambukeswarar (Thiruvanaikaval): Represents emotion, flow, and purity.
• Fire – Arunachaleswarar (Tiruvannamalai): Stands for transformation and spiritual illumination.
• Air – Srikalahasteeswarar (Srikalahasti): Denotes movement, breath, and life energy.
• Space – Nataraja (Chidambaram): Embodies consciousness, vastness, and the cosmic dance of creation.
Placing these Golu dolls in your Golu bommai steps invites elemental balance, divine harmony, and spiritual wholeness into your home.
Significance within Golu Tradition
The Pancha Bhoota Sthalangal set holds a special place in the kolu bommai tradition, allowing devotees to recreate the grandeur of Tamil Nadu’s sacred Shaivite geography. These Golu dolls act as a spiritual journey through each element and its symbolic temple, turning your dassara dolls display into a mini pilgrimage.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• During Navaratri, families showcase divine, cultural, and mythological themes through their Golu doll arrangements.
• The Pancha Bhoota set adds spiritual depth and thematic richness, ideal for mid to upper tiers of your kolu bommai.
• Golu bommai steps become not only decorative but also educational and devotional with such meaningful dassara dolls.
• As guests visit during Navaratri, this Golu doll set serves as a beautiful way to explain elemental spirituality to children and elders alike.
The Legend of the Five Shiva Temples – Where Elements and Divinity Unite
In ancient Shaivite lore, Lord Shiva revealed Himself through each of the five elements to demonstrate His omnipresence and transcendence of material boundaries:
• At Kanchipuram, Shiva emerged as a mango tree symbolizing Earth.
• At Thiruvanaikaval, He appeared as a lingam surrounded by water.
• At Tiruvannamalai, He took the form of an infinite pillar of fire, which even Vishnu and Brahma couldn’t trace.
• At Srikalahasti, Shiva manifested as vayu (air), with the flame in the sanctum never wavering.
• At Chidambaram, He dances in space, within the Chidambara Rahasya—symbolizing pure consciousness.
This kolu bommai set of dassara dolls offers these five sacred stories as visual devotion, turning your Golu into a sanctified elemental yatra.
History of Golu – A Royal Tradition Turned Cultural Heritage
The kolu bommai tradition, known as Bommai Golu in Tamil, Bommala Koluvu in Telugu, and Bombe Habba in Kannada, traces its origin to the Vijayanagara Empire (14th–16th century).
• During Navaratri, royal courts used dassara dolls to narrate sacred stories and cultural themes.
• The Nayaka and Maratha kings further promoted these Golu doll displays as celebrations of Bhakti and art.
• Today, arranging Golu bommai is a cherished tradition among families across South India, passed down lovingly through generations.
• With thematic sets like Pancha Bhoota Sthalams, the practice becomes not just decorative but spiritually transformative.
Balance the Elements on Your Golu Steps This Navaratri
Invite the blessings of the five sacred elements into your home with the Pancha Bhoota Sthalangal Golu doll set. Let this meaningful kolu bommai arrangement uplift your dassara dolls display with divine storytelling and elemental grace.
Care Instructions
• Store in a cool, dry place after the festive season.
• Clean gently using a dry, soft cloth.
• Avoid exposure to water or direct sunlight to preserve the paper mache finish.
