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There are many, many interesting Indian epic stories. Stories of gods and goddesses are really interesting and fun to read!


One interesting story that I have found is Vali: The Downfall of an Arrogant King. I found this story to be fascinating because it shows how fighting and struggle for power are some of the most common themes in Indian epics.



Another story that I have found interesting is the story of Kumbhakarna the Sleeping Giant. This story can tell an interesting revere that Indian epics has on giants and large figures. The very size of Kumbhakarna scares his opponents, Rama's army. It was also interesting to find an ally connection between Ravana, who is an enemy of Rama, and Kumbhakarna the Giant.




Third story that I have found interesting is the story of Uloopi: The Naga Princess who Fell in Love with Arjuna. It was very interesting to read about the love story of Uloopi the Naga Princess who fell in love with Arjuna. It was a sad story of unrealized love (Both Uloopi and Arjuna marry different persons), but their love persisted regardless. This story can show how love stories in Indian epics are very unique in their ways.





Kumbhakarna. Source: Kumbhakarna the Giant 
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