Etymology
During ancient times, Pollachi was known as "porul achi" (Tamil: பொழில் வாய்ச்சி which means "the land of natural wealth and prosperity." (One can find this name in the Lord Subramanyar temple in Pollachi.) The name Pozhil Vaichi has changed into Pollachi over time. The historic town of Pollachi was once known as Mudi Konda Chola Nallur during the period of Kulottunga Chola-III. The Subramanyar temple here is an ancient one, with a history that goes back about eight centuries. It is believed that the Subramanyar temple here was once a Shiva temple, enshrining Agastheeswaram Udaiyaar, with the festival deity being Subramanyar. Much of the construction in the temple belongs to the 20th century.
There is another story about the origin of the name. Pollachi was known as "Porull Aatchi" (Tamil: பொருள் ஆட்சி) which means "the land of wealthy government". In the olden days, it was said that anything can be sold/bought in/from Pollachi market (including elephants) except one's parents. Pollachi Market, popularly known as "Pollachi Sandhai", is the most famous of its kind in Tamil Nadu.
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