The Hindu auspicious occasion of Maha shivaratri is being celebrated at the famous Lord Arunachaleeswarar temple in Thiruvannamalai on 7th March. At 5.00 AM on 7th March, Latcharchana will be performed in the Sannidhi (Sanctum Sanctorum) of Lord Arunachaleswarar. About a lakh lamps will be lit across the interior corridors of the famous temple. Devotees […]
On the auspicious day of Maha Maham, the idols of the temple were taken for theerthavari. Seen here are the idols of the Lord and his consort being taken out in procession towards the water body. Hundreds of devotees thronged the roads to get a glimpse of the idols. After abhishekam, the idols were immersed […]
When the nakshatra Maham falls in the Tamil month of Maasi is usually is on Pournami or full moon day. This day is extremely auspicious. This year, the day is Maha Maham and a big congregation of devotees visit temples around Tamil Nadu. Abhishekam for the Lord Nataraja was done on this auspicious day. Seen […]
Pradosham is a bi monthly worship to Lord Shiva. It falls on the 13th day of every fortnight in the Hindu calendar. The Pradosham is named after the day of the week it falls on. For example, if it falls on a Monday, it is called Somapradosham, Tuesday is called Bhauma Pradosham, and so on. […]
The Pournami that fell in the first half of the month of Aani saw heavy crowds visit the temple. Seen here are pictures of devotees waiting in line for the darshan of Sri Annamalaiyar.
On the occasion of Pournami this month, the temple conducted ceremonies that drew large crowds. The statue of Nandi was given Abhishekam. Then, the Lord and his consort, sitting on the Nandi, were taken around the premises in procession. Seen here are photographs of the festivities.
On occasion of Pradosham, the Lord and his consort were taken out in procession. The statue of Nandi was given Abhishekam. Seen here are pictures of the function
The Pradosham that fell in the Tamil month of Vaikasi was celebrated on Pournami day. The Lord and his consort were taken on procession and the statue of Nandi was given Abhishekam. Seen here are photographs of the event.
