Senjeri Neeliyamman
The Sacred grove of Sengeri Neeliyamman/Selliyamman located in the district of Perambalur, Tamil Nadu, is an important cultural and ecological landmark.
About this Sacred Grove
The Sacred grove of Sengeri Neeliyamman/Selliyamman located in the district of Perambalur, Tamil Nadu, is an important cultural and ecological landmark. These sacred groves are man made by the local communities to showcase their religious and cultural significance. This sacred grove is deeply rooted in the spiritual and religious beliefs of the local communities. They are often associated with deities, spirits, and ancestors. These groves serve as a venue for the various religious rituals, ceremonies, and festivals. Local deities worshipped in these groves include Aiyanar, Amman, and other regional gods.
Location
Coordinates: 11.2324290, 78.8412310
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (14)
Almond
Terminalia catappa L.- Individual Count
- 1
Arjun tree
Terminalia arjuna (Roxb.) Wight & Arn.- Individual Count
- 6
Babool
Vachellia nilotica (L.) P.J.H.Hurter & Mabb.- Individual Count
- 9
Cluster fig
Ficus recemosa L.- Individual Count
- 1
Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 5
Indian mulberry
Morinda tinctoria Roxb.- Individual Count
- 8
Jamun
Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels.- Individual Count
- 6
Madras thorn
Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth.- Individual Count
- 2
Mango
Mangifera indica L.- Individual Count
- 2
Mesquite
Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC.- Individual Count
- 7
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss.- Individual Count
- 8
Pongam oil tree
Millettia pinnata (L.) Panigrahi- Individual Count
- 3
Sacred fig
Ficus religiosa L.- Individual Count
- 1
Yellow bells
Tecoma stans (L.) Juss. ex Kunth- Individual Count
- 1