About this Sacred Grove

Sittannavasal Aiyanar is a revered deity in the Pudukottai district of Tamil Nadu, known for his association with various local myths and traditions surrounding the area and deeply ingrained into the local culture itself. Ayanar is a form of the Hindu God Karthikeya, often worshiped as a guardian deity in rural parts of Tamil Nadu and other regions of the Southern India. It is believed that the deity protects the village from evil forces, natural calamities, and external threats. The story goes that long ago, the village was plagued by various troubles—droughts, wild animals, and even marauding invaders. The villagers prayed fervently to Ayanar, seeking his divine intervention.

Location

Coordinates: 10.4492330, 78.7221420

Plants / Species (5)