Arasamoodu Kattukulam Kannattuvilai Nagaraja (Nagarkovil)
Arasamoodu Kattukulam Kannattuvilai Nagaraja (Nagarkovil) Thirukaavu is located at Arasamoodu, Kattukulam, Kannattuvilai near Nagercoil, Agastheeswaram Taluk, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu.
About this Sacred Grove
Arasamoodu Kattukulam Kannattuvilai Nagaraja (Nagarkovil) Thirukaavu is located at Arasamoodu, Kattukulam, Kannattuvilai near Nagercoil, Agastheeswaram Taluk, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Nagaraja, the serpent deity, this sacred grove is protected by strong Naga worship traditions and taboos against harming trees or snakes. It preserves dense vegetation, sacred Arasu trees, and reptile habitat, supporting biodiversity, soil and water conservation, while reflecting deep-rooted ecological and spiritual heritage.
Location
Coordinates: 8.2216950, 77.3156800
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (5)
Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 12
Jackfruit
Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam.- Individual Count
- 2
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss- Individual Count
- 2
Palm
Borassus flabellifer L.- Individual Count
- 1
Sacred fig
Ficus religiosa L.- Individual Count
- 3