Reddy Palayam Gangai Amman
Gangai Amman is worshipped as the water goddess in Reddy Palayam, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu. Believed to embody the holy Ganges, she safeguards lakes, wells and farmlands.
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictChengalpattu
LocationReddy Palayam Gangai Amman
Area2.6 ha
Latitude12.5664600
Longitude80.0903310
About this Sacred Grove
Gangai Amman is worshipped as the water goddess in Reddy Palayam, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu. Believed to embody the holy Ganges, she safeguards lakes, wells and farmlands. Her sacred grove preserves medicinal trees, protecting local water sources. No cutting is allowed fearing drought. During Aadi festival, devotees offer Pongal, garlands and Mavilakku, praying for timely monsoon, pure drinking water, good crops, health and village prosperity.
Location
Coordinates: 12.5664600, 80.0903310
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (5)
Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 2
Indian beech
Millettia pinnata (L.) Panigrahi- Individual Count
- 2
Indian tulip tree
Thespesia populnea (L.) Sol. Ex Correa- Individual Count
- 1
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss- Individual Count
- 4
Sacred Fig
Ficus religiosa L.- Individual Count
- 1