Hindu Mythology

The colorful deities and demons of India...

MERU

Hindu legendary place

Also known as Sumeru

The Hindu Gods' Holiday Home

Mount Meru is lotus-shaped and built of gold. It is built on top of many supporting layers somewhat like a wedding cake.

There are pillars of elephants, giants, snakes, and who knows what else, with garlands of flowers and every kind of Indian decoration and carving.

The summit is over 250,000 miles high. It has to be seen to be believed.

Meru Facts and Figures

Name: Meru
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Sumeru

Gender: Sorry, we don't know
Type: legendary place
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: NEUTRAL, may not care
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Article last revised on September 18, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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