Karungal Isakkiyamman, Sastha and Badhrakaliyamman (Nagarkovil)
This sacred grove is located at Karungal, near Nagercoil, Vilavancode Taluk, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. The presiding deities are Isakkiyamman, Sastha and Badhrakaliyamman.
About this Sacred Grove
This sacred grove is located at Karungal, near Nagercoil, Vilavancode Taluk, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. The presiding deities are Isakkiyamman, Sastha and Badhrakaliyamman, worshipped for child welfare, protection and prosperity. The grove spans approximately 1.8 hectares with dense, sacred vegetation. Maintained by local community and hereditary trustees, felling of trees and removal of plants are strictly prohibited. Annual Kodai Vizha festival is celebrated. The grove preserves biodiversity, spiritual faith and ecological harmony.
Location
Coordinates: 8.2395800, 77.2404370
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (3)
Banyan
Ficus benghalensis L.- Individual Count
- 3
Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 7
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss- Individual Count
- 2