Sacred Spaces and Cultural Practices in Tiruppur District
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Sacred Spaces, Cultural Practices, Tiruppur District, Temple Traditions, Folk Deities, Ritual Practices, Cultural Heritage, Village ShrinesAbstract
This study examines the relationship between sacred spaces and cultural practices in Tiruppur District, with attention to the historical growth of temples, village shrines, ritual centres, and religious settings that continue to shape local society. The study analyses the interaction between religion, community identity, oral traditions, seasonal festivals, and regional customs within both rural and urban settings. Sacred spaces in Tiruppur district function not only as centres of worship but also as institutions connected with social organisation, economic activity, folk performance traditions, and collective memory. The article investigates major Shaiva, Vaishnava, Amman, and folk deity worship traditions found across the district, Using historical, anthropological, and sociological perspectives, the study interprets sacred spaces as cultural institutions that reflect changing patterns of faith, social hierarchy, gender participation, and regional identity. The article further examines the role of inscriptions, oral narratives, and local traditions in preserving the historical consciousness of the district.
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