Udhiyur, Ūdhiyūr: 1 definition

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Udhiyur 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: DSpace at Pondicherry: Siddha Cult in Tamilnadu (historical)

Ūdhiyūr hill is popularly known as Ūdhiyūrmalai, and also called as Sañjīvi hills. According to local tradition, when Hanuman carrying the Sañjīvi Mountain, a part of it was fell down at this place and formed these hills, therefore it is also called with above name.

According to another tradition, the Koṅgaṇa Siddhar who stayed here produced gold by using base metals with herbal sauces. Since he produced the gold with the help of blast furnace using blow-pipe, this hills is called as Ūdhiyūr. (Here ūdhi in Tamiḻ means blowing air by mouth, to kindle the fire)

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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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