About this Sacred Grove

Spread over 3.5 hectares in Athanur, Namakkal district, this sacred kavu is dedicated to Pachai Amman, the powerful green goddess form of Shakti. Believed to be manifestation of Parvati in forest, she protects villagers, crops and cattle from diseases, drought, evil eye and pox. Farmers worship for rain, fertile fields, child welfare and family health. The goddess is believed to reside in evergreen trees keeping grove always green. The dense grove preserves huge native trees, medicinal plants, birds and snakes as sacred, strictly protected. Aadi, Thai and full-moon poojas with pongal, turmeric and green saree offerings attract devotees. It shows how Amman worship preserves biodiversity, water sources and ecological balance in Kongu region.

Location

Coordinates: 11.5149130, 78.1471720

Plants / Species (12)