Pichandikulam Trip:

~ Saranya, Santhosh, Arunkumar

Saranya’s Experience:

We have recently visited Pichandikulam, and it was a wonderful experience! This place is not just beautiful; it tells an amazing story. A long time ago, this area was mostly empty, but the local and Auroville community worked hard to plant trees and create a forest.

As we walked through the forest, we were amazed by all the plants and animals. The trees, which the villagers and Auroville community planted with love, provide homes for many birds and small animals. It felt peaceful to listen to the birds singing and the leaves rustling in the wind.

They shared stories about how they built the forest together and why taking care of nature is so important. Their passion for protecting the environment really inspired us.

Pichandikulam showed us how small actions can make a big difference. We left with happy memories and a strong desire to care for our planet.

Santhosh’s Reflection:

My name is Santhosh, I stand for kindness and wisdom for myself and others. I have learned many facts and pieces of information about forests. In the museum, I learned many things about our Tamil people’s traditions and history and enjoyed the presence of nature in the Pitchandikulam forest trip.

Figure 1: Snacks around the forest and its types

Arun’s Reflection:

My name is Arun Kumar, and I believe in peace and equity for myself and others. Last week, while exploring the man-made Pichandikulam forest, I discovered a wealth of medicinal plants. The trees here don’t grow beyond 50 feet due to the Tropical Dry Evergreen Forest climate. This forest was created by bringing seeds from other similar forests, with a strong focus on medicinal plants.

Figure 2:Things people have used earlier and Fossils

Additionally, I explored ancient fossils and equipment used by ancient people. I also came across a strong variety of lemon plant. The experience was enriching and deepening my understanding of nature and history.  The overall experience makes me realize that when I act for a noble cause, even if it appears crazy at first, it ultimately demonstrates my unwavering commitment to care and compassion over time. The initial suspicion fades, revealing the strength of my beliefs.