Naga is the Sanskrit word for a deity or class of entities that take the form of a large snake. They are held in high regard in Hindu and Buddhist regions.
In Hinduism, they are snakes that take human form. They are protectors of rivers, streams, and wells and are considered nature spirits.
In Buddhism, they are synonymous with the many serpents and dragons in local tradition, generally having the form of a giant cock with either a single or multiple heads.
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