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RENGASAMUDRAM in Tirunelvely Dt. of Tamilnadu is a village of 2000 people, mostly agriculturists toiling in the fields to feed city folk. Women for want of alternate employment opportunities roll beedies for a living. a middle school functions and some shift to nearby towns to continue after 8th standard. There is a centuries old BALAJI temple, in September 15th to October 15th GARUDA SEVA is offered to the deity every saturday. on the opposite shore of the river lies Tiruppudamarudur temple of the leaning siva linga. weather is pleasant, good breeze from neem trees, no mosquitoes, regular supply of power and potable water. the villagers are friendly. a visit to the village would familarise visitors with village lore and life. Tamrabarani river a perennial source of water flows shallow and silent nearby, good for bathing. nearby is the Papanasam river and temple and Agastyar water falls, both perennial. just an hour from the village is the Manimuthar falls for enjoying a cool shower and bath. Kalakad tiger sanctuary is also nearby. any help to arrange visit contact V. Ramanathan, AA Vaidyanatha Foundation, Visram, Agraharam, Remgasamudram PIN 627 413 TEL; 04634293460/293560 9486402330/9489351102 vram1932@rediffmail.com