
Asur Serakulathar
This Sacred grove is located near the Asur village. Regular pujas are performed and a particular community offer prayers and worship this God for fulfillment of their wishes.
About this Sacred Grove
This Sacred grove is located near the Asur village. Regular pujas are performed and a particular community offer prayers and worship this God for fulfillment of their wishes. This temple is maintained by a particular community and entry into this grove is restricted to others. This sacred grove follows very strict taboos and rules that prohibit activities like entering by other community people, cutting of trees and prohibited from entering the Grove during certain times. These sacred groves are invaluable treasures that intertwine cultural heritage with ecological sustainability. Preserving these groves requires a holistic approach that respects the spiritual beliefs of indigenous communities while addressing the modern environmental challenges.
Location
Coordinates: 11.2603810, 79.0077580
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (8)
Arjun tree
Terminalia arjuna (Roxb.) Wight & Arn.- Individual Count
- 3
Banyan
Ficus benghalensis L.- Individual Count
- 3
Jamun
Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels.- Individual Count
- 3
Mesquite
Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC.- Individual Count
- 24
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss.- Individual Count
- 10
Sage-leaved alangium
Alangium salviifolium (L.F.) Wangerin- Individual Count
- 8
Tamarind
Tamarindus indica L.- Individual Count
- 6
Wild lime
Atalantia monophylla (Roxb.) A. DC.- Individual Count
- 2