Veerapanur, Thiruvannamalai district
Jamunamarathur is in the top of Jawathu Hills at the altitude of 857m. It is the second highest place in Thiruvannamalai district. Veerappanur is a small hamlet with tribal community nearby Jammunamarathur. Central to their lifestyle is a rotational farming system, where they plant small millets, paddy, and various vegetables according to seasonal cycles. This method ensures soil health and a diverse crop yield, showcasing their deep connection to the land.Little Millet is widely grown in this vicinity for many generations. We can witness the traditional cultivation, storage and processing of little millet in the kurunchi ecosystem with short hike in this village.
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