Nala is the vanara son of Vishwakarma who builds the bridge across the ocean to Lanka, the Rama Setu, in five days.
RoleVanara of Kishkindha
ParentsVishwakarma
Appears inRamayana
GroupVanaras and bears
KingdomKishkindha
First appearsBala Kanda, Sarga 17
Frequently asked questions
Who built the Rama Setu?
The vanara Nala, son of Vishwakarma.
How long did it take to build the bridge?
Five days, according to the Valmiki Ramayana.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Bala Kanda (sargas 1.17)
- Valmiki Ramayana, Yuddha Kanda (sargas 6.22, 6.26)
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