Peacock tattoos are not only beautiful, but have deep symbolic meanings, and thus, they meet both the criteria of being an ideal tattoo. The peacock is an extremely beautiful bird with its strikingly colorful and flamboyant feathers.

The unmatched beauty of this bird, especially its feathers, has fascinated the human mind from time immemorial. The tattoo artists have also tried to capture the beauty and elegance of this exotic bird by creating some unique tattoo designs. However, this tattoo is not only cherished for its look, but also for the symbolic meaning attached to this bird.

Peacocks can represent several different things in different cultures. However, what immediately comes to the mind with the mention of its name is, beauty and elegance. However, this bird also stands for pride and arrogance, as implied by the maxim, 'proud as a peacock'.

The peacock is the national bird of India, and holds a sacred place in Indian culture. This bird can be found in a large number of Indian temples, and is known for its ability to kill snakes.

It has the reputation of being immune to snakebites, while its blood is believed to be effective in driving away the evil spirit. The peacock is also the magnificent bird, whose feathers were used by the Lord Krishna to adorn his hair.

Muslim legends, on the other hand, speak about the presence of peacock at the gate of paradise. The peculiar pattern of the feathers of a peacock is compared to eyes, and so, this bird is known to possess a hundred eyes. According to a myth, these eyes are able to see the hidden transgressions.

The peacock was once used to symbolize the all-seeing church. In early Christianity, peacock was also the symbol of resurrection, for its unique quality to get more beautiful and attractive feathers, each time it sheds the old ones. So, in Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam, the peacock can be found to have an association with divinity.

However, in the ancient myths of Egypt, Greece, and Rome, the peacock and its feathers were associated with completely different things. The peacock feathers were considered to be the 'evil eyes' in these cultures.

The majority of the peacock tattoos are large, so as to capture the intricate designs of the much-admired feathers of this bird. The feather of this extraordinary bird is colorful, which gives you an opportunity to explore and experiment all possible color combinations.

The whole peacock with its feathers depicted in details can look sensational on any part of the body. But in particular, this tattoo can look excellent on the back, arm, or on the sleeve. Those looking for a small tattoo can go for the peacock feather tattoo.

You can create some amazing peacock tattoos simply by using your imagination and creativity. However, the most important point is to choose the right color scheme that complements your complexion, and a design that suits your personality and elegance.