The Nāgas are the followers of Virūpākṣa (Pāli: Virūpakkha), one of the 4 Heavenly Kings who guards the western direction. They act as guards upon Mount Sumeru, safeguarding the dēvas of Trāyastriṃśa from attacks with the asuras. Rituals and festivals celebrating the serpent deity had been prevalent, with choices made https://128.199.208.170/