Vasantha Utsavam Day 8 Celebrated at Tiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple
The Vasantha Utsavam (Spring Festival) at the Arunachaleswarar Temple continues with spiritual fervor as Day 8 celebrations were observed on April 28, 2026 (Tuesday).
On this auspicious day, the deity Annamalaiyar with Unnamulai Amman gave a special darshan at the Jalakandeswarar shrine, located near the Sthala Vriksha in the third prakaram of the temple. Following the darshan, Deeparadhana (ritual worship with lamps) was performed in the presence of devotees.
Optimal Time for a Sacred Visit: Girivalam in Tiruvannamalai on April 30, 2026!
The Arunachaleswarar Temple administration in Tiruvannamalai has announced that April 30, 2026 (Thursday), will be an auspicious day for devotees to undertake the sacred Girivalam pilgrimage. This significant event coincides with the full moon day in the Chithirai month and falls on a Thursday.
The Girivalam will begin at 09:52 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026, and conclude at 11:08 PM on Friday, May 01, 2026. Devotees are encouraged to participate in this holy pilgrimage and experience its profound spiritual benefits.
Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam 2026 Day 4 Celebrated at Arunachaleswarar Temple
On Friday, April 24, 2026, the fourth day of the Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam was celebrated with great devotion and grandeur at the sacred Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai.
Devotees gathered in large numbers to witness the rituals, special decorations, and divine celebrations, marking another spiritually vibrant day of the festival.
Thiruvannamalai Chithirai Festival 2026 Day 2: Indra Vimanam Draws Devotees
Day Two of the Sacred Chithirai Festival at the revered Arunachaleswarar Temple in Thiruvannamalai unfolded with deep devotion, vibrant rituals, and a sea of faithful devotees.
Tiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple Hosts Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam Day 1
The grand Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam has commenced at the famous Arunachaleswarar Temple, drawing large numbers of devotees to Tiruvannamalai.
As part of the first day celebrations, a special Mandagapadi ritual was held inside the temple on the previous night. Following this, a unique and traditional ceremony took place near the sacred Magizha Maram, where a symbolic sedippenn (decorative doll figure) offered flowers to the deity.
Pandakal Ceremony Held at Annamalaiyar Temple for Vasantha Utsavam
The Pandakāl ceremony was held at Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai, marking the start of the upcoming Vasantha Utsavam. Devotees gathered in large numbers to witness the traditional ritual, which signals the beginning of the temple festival starting tomorrow.
