A traditional sacred grove of Bargarh district Odisha
Location
India, Odisha, Bargarh, Papanga
The name/names of the sacred site
Gardimalien Scared grove
Description
"Gardimalien" a traditional sacred grove of Bargarh district of Odisha. This sacred grove is associated with the Bhil tribe of Papanga village of Bargarh district. Jhankar the main priest of the community carryout all the rituals here. Annual ritual is held in the month of December every year, where Jhankar seeking bless for the entire community.
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