The concept of Vimanas—mysterious flying machines or aerial chariots described in ancient Indian texts—has intrigued scholars, historians, linguists, and enthusiasts for decades. While popular culture often associates Vimanas with advanced ancient technology or extraterrestrial origins, academic perspectives emphasize literary symbolism, mythology, and cultural context. What Are Vimanas? The Sanskrit term “Vimana” originally referred to a palace, throne, or carriage of the gods. Over time, especially in later literatur
