Thingalur Azhagu Raja Perumal
Thingalur Azhagu Raja Perumal Sacred Grove near Perundurai, Erode, is centered on the Azhagu Raja Perumal temple.
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictErode
LocationThingalur Azhagu Raja Perumal
Area1.8 ha
Latitude11.3189810
Longitude77.4901000
About this Sacred Grove
Thingalur Azhagu Raja Perumal Sacred Grove near Perundurai, Erode, is centered on the Azhagu Raja Perumal temple. Revered by Thingalur villagers, the grove is untouched due to deep faith.It hosts old-growth trees like pungam, vanni and vilvam, plus climbers and herbs vital for local medicine. Birds, bats and pollinators thrive here. The grove maintains microclimate, protects soil and supports farms. Annual Vaikunta Ekadasi worship renews the vow to protect this sacred biodiversity refuge.
Location
Coordinates: 11.3189810, 77.4901000
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (3)
Alexandrian laurel
Calophyllum inophyllum L.- Individual Count
- 4
Banyan
Ficus benghalensis L.- Individual Count
- 2
Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 13