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Maruvathur Muniswar, Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu

Maruvathur Muniswar

Maruvathur Muneeswaran is a revered deity in the village of Maruvathur in the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu. The sacred grove dedicated to Muneeswaran.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictAriyalur
LocationMaruvathur Muniswar
Area2.5 ha
Latitude11.2601770
Longitude79.2078590

About this Sacred Grove

Maruvathur Muneeswaran is a revered deity in the village of Maruvathur in the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu. The sacred grove dedicated to Muneeswaran is a significant spiritual site, filled with legends and stories that highlight the deity's protective and benevolent nature. Worship of Maruvathur Muneeswaran involves various rituals, including daily prayers, offering of flowers, fruits, traditional food and participation in the processions, cultural performances, and communal feasts during the annual festivals. The sacred grove serves as a central place for community gatherings, where devotees seek blessings for health, prosperity, and protection.

Location

Coordinates: 11.2601770, 79.2078590

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Plants / Species (4)

Coconut

Cocos nucifera L
Individual Count
6

Neem

Azadirachta indica A. Juss.
Individual Count
7

Pongame oil tree

Millettia pinnata (L.) Panigrahi
Individual Count
2

Sacred Fig

Ficus religiosa L.
Individual Count
1