Shatabali is the vanara chief who leads the northern search for Sita, toward the Himalayas and beyond.
RoleVanara of Kishkindha
Appears inRamayana
GroupVanaras and bears
KingdomKishkindha
First appearsKishkindha Kanda, Sarga 43
Sargas2 in the Valmiki Ramayana
Frequently asked questions
Who led the northern search for Sita?
The vanara chief Shatabali.
Did Shatabali find Sita?
No; the northern party returned without news.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Kishkindha Kanda (sargas 4.43, 4.47)
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