About this Sacred Grove

Periyanayagipuram Kali Amman sacred grove is located in Periyanayagipuram village, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Goddess Kali Amman, the powerful guardian deity worshipped for protection from evil. The grove contains dry evergreen and deciduous native species with dense ground cover. Conserved through deep religious faith and community taboos, it acts as a vital biodiversity refuge, supporting native trees, birds, insects and medicinal plants, reflecting traditional ecological knowledge and in-situ conservation practices of local villagers.

Location

Coordinates: 10.3576110, 78.8619600

Plants / Species (6)