Nakkambadi Karupasami
Nakkambadi Karupasami is a revered deity in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the Nakkambadi region. The sacred grove dedicated to Karupasami is a central spiritual site for local devotees and highlights Karupasami’s role as a fierce protector and guardian.
About this Sacred Grove
Nakkambadi Karupasami is a revered deity in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the Nakkambadi region. The sacred grove dedicated to Karupasami is a central spiritual site for local devotees and highlights Karupasami’s role as a fierce protector and guardian. One popular story recounts that when a band of invaders attacked to plunder the village, Karupasami manifested as a powerful warrior and confronted the invaders and were driven away to protect the village from destruction.
Location
Coordinates: 11.2589360, 79.1639110
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (7)
Giant milkweed
Calotropis gigantean (L.) Dryand.- Individual Count
- 6
Indian Bael
Aegle marmelos (L.) Correa- Individual Count
- 1
Jamun
Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels.- Individual Count
- 2
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss.- Individual Count
- 6
Palm
Borassus flabellifer L.- Individual Count
- 6
Sacred Fig
Ficus religiosa L.- Individual Count
- 2
Sage-leaved alangium
Alangium salviifolium (L.F.) Wangerin- Individual Count
- 5