Haramukuta, Haramukuṭa: 1 definition

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Haramukuta means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

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Source: archive.org: Nilamata Purana: a cultural and literary study (history)

Haramukuṭa (हरमुकुट) or Haramuṇḍa is the name of a mountain corresponding to the Haramukh peaks as mentioned in the Nīlamatapurāṇa.—Haramukuṭa  is identified with Haramukh peaks to the north of Kaśmīra. About 17000 feet in height these peaks are surrounded by massive glaciers. The lake Uttaramānasa which is believed to be the source of Kaśmīrī Gaṅgā lies at the foot of the north-eastern glacier of Haramukuṭa and the tīrthas of Nandikṣetra and Bhūteśvara are also near it.

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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