Arudra Darshan Festival 2026 at Tiruvannamalai | Sacred Celebrations at Arunachaleswarar Temple
The most important Arudra Darshan festival takes place at Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Thirukovil in Tiruvannamalai. Here are photographs of the function
Optimal Time for a Sacred Visit: Girivalam in Tiruvannamalai on January 02, 2026!
The Arunachaleswarar Temple administration in Tiruvannamalai has announced that January 02, 2026 (Friday), will be an auspicious day for devotees to undertake the sacred Girivalam pilgrimage. This significant event coincides with the full moon day in the Margazhi month and falls on a Friday.
The Girivalam will begin at 06:45 PM on Friday, January 02, 2026, and conclude at 04:43 PM on Saturday, January 03, 2026. Devotees are encouraged to participate in this holy pilgrimage and experience its profound spiritual benefits.
Karthigai Deepam Festival 2025 – Sandikeswarar ursavam
Tiruvannamalai Arulmiku Arunachaleswarar Temple Thirukarthikai Deepatri Festival 2025 concluded today (7.12.2025) with Chandikeswarar Utsavam
Karthigai Deepam 2025: Subramaniyan Theppal Festival Grand Celebration in Tiruvannamalai
Divine Celebrations at Aiyangulam: Arulmiku Subramaniar Temple Utsavam
Karthigai Deepam 2025: Subramaniyan Theppal Festival
Divine Celebrations at Aiyangulam: Arulmiku Subramaniar Temple Utsavam
Karthigai Deepam Festival: Annamalaiyar – Unnamulai Amman Go on Sacred Girivalam (Dec 5, 2025)
In connection with the Karthigai Deepam festival, Arulmigu Annamalaiyar and Unnamulai Amman blessed devotees today (05.12.2025) by going on the sacred Girivalam procession in Tiruvannamalai.
Tiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple: Sri Chandrasekar Theppakulam Utsavam
At the sacred Tiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple, the divine Iyankkulathil Arulmigu Sri Chandrasekar Theppakulam Utsavam will be held tonight at 9 PM.
Karthigai Deepam 2025 Photos – Grand Celebrations at Tiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple
Karthigai Deepam Festival 2025, one of Tamil Nadu’s most sacred celebrations, will be observed with grand rituals, processions, and the lighting of the Maha Deepam atop Tiruvannamalai’s Annamalai Hill, attracting lakhs of devotees from across the world.
Karthigai Deepam Festival 2025 – Day 10 (Night)
Karthigai Deepam Festival 2025 – 10th day event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.
Karthikai Deepam 2025: Maha Deepam Illuminates Annamalaiyar Hill
The grand culmination of the Karthikai Deepa festival at the Tiruvannamalai Arunasaleshwarar Temple unfolded with divine splendor as the Maha Deepam was lit atop the sacred Annamalaiyar Hill. This significant event drew thousands of devotees who gathered to witness the glorious illumination and participate in the auspicious celebrations.
On Today , December 03th, 2025, the Maha Deepam was lit at precisely 6 PM. The sight of the Great Lamp atop the 2,668-foot-high Annamalaiyar Hill filled the devotees with spiritual bliss, echoing with chants of “Arohara.” The flame, symbolizing Lord Shiva’s infinite light, served as a beacon of hope and devotion for worshipers.
This sacred lamp will burn for 11 days, providing an opportunity for devotees to offer their prayers and bask in its divine radiance. The atmosphere around the temple and hill is charged with fervent devotion, making it a spiritual highlight for the year.
