The peacock, declared a national bird in 1963, is a part of Indian folklore and a symbol associated with many Hindu deities, Lord Krishna and Lord Muruga, prominent among them.
Though their numbers are dwindling rapidly, Viralimalai is one of the few places in India where peacocks abound. They roam around the periphery of Xomox Sanmar, Viralimalai, which forms a sanctuary for these beautiful birds with amazing plumes.