About this Sacred Grove

Bengal Mattam Muneeswarar sacred grove is located in the Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Muneeswarar, the guardian deity, it covers about 1.2 hectares. Maintained by local villagers through faith, rituals and traditional taboos against cutting trees, the grove protects native shola flora and fauna. Though small, it acts as a vital micro-ecosystem, water source and spiritual site, showcasing community-based conservation and cultural heritage within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

Location

Coordinates: 11.2926650, 76.6764250

Plants / Species (2)