Thiruvoodal and Maruvoodal at Thiruvannamalai
The Thiruvoodal festival falls at the time of Pongal. It is a lovers tiff between the Lord and his consort Ambal. The Nayanmar Saint Sambandhar is the mediator between them during the argument.
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Utharayana Pooja Performed at the Thamarai Kulam in Thiruvannamalai
Pongal marks the beginning of Utharayana or the Sun`s movement towards the North for six months. This period is considered very auspicious and many important events are scheduled during it. To celebrate this, people are asked to remember to leave behind their old ways and embrace new and better ways in relationships, finance and health. […]
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 […]
Uthrayana puniya kala bramorshavam Swamy Veethi Ula
Uthrayana puniya kala bramorshavam swamy veethi ula pictures are here for you. The idol is carried in a chariot with brilliant decorations done on it. Decorative jewels and costumes are worn to the deity and carried by wholehearted devotees.
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 […]