About this Sacred Grove

Kizhingikuppam Aiyanar, a revered deity in the village of Kizhingikuppam in Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, is celebrated for his protective and benevolent nature. His stories and legends form an integral part of the village’s spiritual and cultural identity. According to local legend, the idol of Aiyanar was discovered by a farmer, in a remote part of the village buried in the soil when he was tilling his field. Recognizing its divine significance, the villagers decided to build a temple at that site.  The temple quickly became a significant center of worship and devotion in Kizhingikuppam

Location

Coordinates: 11.8857200, 79.7774030

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