Sacred Groves: Goa’s Hidden Forest

Sacred groves are forests protected around places of worship. Found in India, they preserve rare plants and animals while prohibiting deforestation.

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This sacred grove in Sattari is home to rare medicinal plants. Protected for over 250 years, it’s linked to the deity Nirankar, the villages’ protector.

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Nestled in Sattari, Holiyechirai features 200-year-old trees like Vateria indica. Shree Sateri temple nearby hosts vibrant February festivals.

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This grove is known for its sacred tank with healing waters and luminous fungi on new moon nights. Festivals honor Brahmanimaya and Betal deities.

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Sacred groves like Nirankarachirai, Holiyechirai, and Devachi Rai are biodiversity treasures, blending culture and conservation in Goa’s Sattari taluka.

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Sacred groves protect unique plants like Pandanus and orchids, and wildlife like Malabar Pied Hornbills, ensuring ecological balance.

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Sacred Groves: Goa’s Hidden Forest

Sacred groves are forests protected around places of worship. Found in India, they preserve rare plants and animals while prohibiting deforestation.

Sacred Groves

This sacred grove in Sattari is home to rare medicinal plants. Protected for over 250 years, it’s linked to the deity Nirankar, the villages’ protector.

Nirankarachirai, Bambar

Nestled in Sattari, Holiyechirai features 200-year-old trees like Vateria indica. Shree Sateri temple nearby hosts vibrant February festivals.

Holiyechirai, Caranzol

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This grove is known for its sacred tank with healing waters and luminous fungi on new moon nights. Festivals honor Brahmanimaya and Betal deities.

Devachi Rai, Kopardem

Sacred groves like Nirankarachirai, Holiyechirai, and Devachi Rai are biodiversity treasures, blending culture and conservation in Goa’s Sattari taluka.

Guardians of Nature

Sacred groves protect unique plants like Pandanus and orchids, and wildlife like Malabar Pied Hornbills, ensuring ecological balance.

Rare Biodiversity

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