Sikkal Kathayee Amman (Vall Muneeswaran)
The Sikkal Val Muneeswarar Sacred Grove, located in Sikkal near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, is a revered site dedicated to Lord Muneeswarar, one of the forms of Lord Shiva known for his protective and benevolent qualities.
About this Sacred Grove
The Sikkal Val Muneeswarar Sacred Grove, located in Sikkal near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, is a revered site dedicated to Lord Muneeswarar, one of the forms of Lord Shiva known for his protective and benevolent qualities. The sacred grove and its associated temple hold deep spiritual and cultural significance for the local community. Long ago, when there was a devastating drought in the region, due to the threat for their livelihood, the villagers turned to their spiritual leaders for solace. They were instructed to seek the blessings of Muneeshwarar, believing that his divine intervention could save them from the horrible situation.
Location
Coordinates: 10.7602210, 79.7937270
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Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 7
Giant milkweed
Calotropis gigantea (L.) Dryand.- Individual Count
- 6
Indian mulberry
Morinda tinctoria (Roxb.)- Individual Count
- 3
Indian tulip tree
Thespesia populnea (L.) Sol. Ex Correa- Individual Count
- 22
Lebbeck
Albizia lebbeck (L.) Benth.- Individual Count
- 2
Mesquite
Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC.- Individual Count
- 4
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss- Individual Count
- 2
Palm
Borassus flabellifer L.- Individual Count
- 9