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Sani Pradosam

Sani Pradhosham occasion was held at the Thiruvannamalai Temple as done conventionally. Special Abhishegam and Pooja were performed for Nandi. Below are photographs of the same. Take a look:

Itinerary on 12th March – Lord Annamalaiyar Temple

12/3/2017 night – Magudabhishekham and special Abhishekham for Periya Nayakar, Special decoration, Deeparadhanai, Lord Arunachaleeswar goes to Pallikondapattu to perform thithi (annual penance for 1 day) in memory f the departed soul of his late father. Lord Arunachaleeswarar takes bath in Naganadhi after performing thithi. Lord Arunachaleeswarar returns to Thiruvannamalai, reaches the 2nd corridor and […]

Girivalam at Thiruvannamalai

The temple of Sri Arunachaleswarar in Thiruvannamalai is one of the most ancient temples in Tamil Nadu. It is believed to be about a 1000 years old. It has been a regular place of worship for popular Nayanmar saints such as Appar, Sambandar, Sundarar, Manickavasagar and Arunagirinathar. The temple is a home for the Agni […]

Thiruvoodal Festival at Thiruvannamalai

The Thiruvoodal festival was celebrated in Thiruvannamalai. The festival is about a lover`s tiff between the Lord and his consort Ambal. The Nayanmar Saint Sambandhar mediates between the couple. It is during this time that the poem Thirukkutraala Voodal was sung by the two, mocking each other. On this day, Abhishekam is performed early and […]

Markazhi Matha amavasai Prathosam

  Here is a picture showcasing the special occasion of Margazhi month Pradhosham that fell to be on Ammavasai day. The idol and Nandi statues were decorated with flowers and the temple was seen teeming with devotees. What is Pradhosham? Pradhosham is a bimonthly occasion. It falls to be on the thirteenth day of every […]