Chapter 5 Shadows unknown Despite the abundance of forest with immense resources in India, the Siddhas chose only a few forests as their permanent abode. Among them the forests in the south Pothigai,Kolli,and Chathuragiri are worth mentioning. Some forests in the Himalayan region are also known for their herbs. The Siddhas found many unique species of herbs there which they have mentioned in their books. Daruka forest, Naga forest, Maya forest, Vrindavan and Sanjeevi forest are believed to be the abode of gods and goddesses. Nagamma in Naga forest is worshipped as a very powerful goddess.