Madathuvilai (Mylod) Stone / Dharma Sastha
Madathuvilai (Mylode) Stone / Dharma Sastha Thirukaavu is located at Madathuvilai, Mylode village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Dharma Sastha.
About this Sacred Grove
Madathuvilai (Mylode) Stone / Dharma Sastha Thirukaavu is located at Madathuvilai, Mylode village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Dharma Sastha, this sacred grove is centered around an ancient stone idol worshipped as Sastha. Protected by local community with taboos against tree cutting and defilement, it preserves native trees, medicinal herbs and wildlife habitats. It serves as a biodiversity niche aiding groundwater recharge and soil conservation, representing the deep-rooted folk faith and sacred grove conservation tradition of Kanyakumari.
Location
Coordinates: 8.2301860, 77.2953540
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (3)
Banyan
Ficus benghalensis L.- Individual Count
- 1
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss- Individual Count
- 3
Teak
Tectona grandis L.f.- Individual Count
- 3