Gatekeeper

Nandi is depicted as a majestic white bull and serves as Shiva's mount and gatekeeper.

Nandi, in Hindu mythology, serves as the gatekeeper of Lord Shiva, the supreme deity of destruction and transformation within the Hindu pantheon.

Here are the key aspects of Nandi's role as a gatekeeper:

Gatekeeper of Kailash:

Nandi is considered the gatekeeper of Mount Kailash, the celestial abode of Lord Shiva and his consort, Parvati.