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Kunnavakkam Muneeswaran, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu

Kunnavakkam Muneeswaran

Muneeswaran is worshipped as the guardian deity in Kunnavakkam, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictChengalpattu
LocationKunnavakkam Muneeswaran
Area—
Latitude12.7122730
Longitude80.0217910

About this Sacred Grove

Muneeswaran is worshipped as the guardian deity in Kunnavakkam, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu. Revered as a fierce protector, he safeguards villagers from evil spirits and misfortune. His sacred grove preserves trees and shrubs. During Panguni festival, devotees offer Pongal and garlands, praying for protection, health, good harvest and village welfare.

 

 

Location

Coordinates: 12.7122730, 80.0217910

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Plants / Species (4)

Indian Ash tree

Lannea coromandelica (Houtt.) Merr.
Individual Count
1

Indian Beech

Millettia pinnata (L.) Panigrahi
Individual Count
4

Jamun

Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels.
Individual Count
1

Sacred Fig

Ficus religiosa L.
Individual Count
9