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Pazhaveli Kuruttu Siddhar, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu

Pazhaveli Kuruttu Siddhar

The Pazhaveli Kuruttu Siddhar Sacred Grove is located in a serene village of Pazhaveli in Tamil Nadu and dedicated to a revered saint and mystic called Kuruttu Siddhar, known for his profound spiritual wisdom and miraculous powers.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictChengalpattu
LocationPazhaveli Kuruttu Siddhar
Area2.8 ha
Latitude12.6904520
Longitude79.9617180

About this Sacred Grove

The Pazhaveli Kuruttu Siddhar Sacred Grove is located in a serene village of Pazhaveli in Tamil Nadu and dedicated to a revered saint and mystic called Kuruttu Siddhar, known for his profound spiritual wisdom and miraculous powers. This sacred grove is a place of pilgrimage for many devotees who seek the blessings and guidance of Kuruttu Siddhar. The grove is enveloped in an aura of holiness, with numerous tales and legends reflecting the life and miracles of the Siddhar. It is said that Kuruttu Siddhar often meditated under a particular tree in the grove, which later became known for its miraculous healing properties. Villagers suffering from various ailments visited the grove to tie threads or place small offerings before the tree and pray for Kuruttu Siddhar's blessings. The tree continues to be a symbol of Kuruttu Siddhar's eternal presence and miraculous powers.

 

 

 

Location

Coordinates: 12.6904520, 79.9617180

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Plants / Species (4)

Lead Tree

Leucaena leucocephala (Lam.) de Wit
Individual Count
6

Mango

Mangifera indica L.
Individual Count
2

Neem

Azadirachta indica A. Juss
Individual Count
19

Sacred Fig

Ficus religiosa L.
Individual Count
1