Following the conclusion of the Thiruvudal Festival in Tiruvannamalai, Lord Annamalaiyar was taken out in a street procession, offering darshan to devotees who had undertaken Girivalam.
A special Nandi Abhishekam was performed at the renowned Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai on the occasion of Mattu Pongal, marking one of the key rituals of the Pongal festival.
At the famous Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai, Lord Annamalaiyar offered a rare and divine darshan as sun rays fell directly on the presiding deity, drawing large numbers of devotees.
This celestial event, traditionally associated with auspicious solar transitions, is believed to symbolise Surya Bhagavan worshipping Lord Shiva. Devotees consider witnessing this phenomenon highly sacred and spiritually significant.
The Uthirayana Punya Kala Brahmotsavam fourth day morning rituals were held with devotion at Annamalaiyar Temple, Tiruvannamalai. Special abhishekam, alankaram, and deeparadhana were performed, attracting large numbers of devotees seeking divine blessings.
The Utharayanam Punya Kalam flag hoisting ceremony was held today, Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the sacred Arulmigu Annamalaiyar Temple in Tiruvannamalai.
The auspicious Kodi Yetram (flag hoisting) marked the beginning of special religious observances at the historic Shiva temple. Devotees gathered early in the morning to witness the ceremony and seek blessings during the sacred Utharayanam period, which is considered highly significant in Hindu tradition.
Following the flag hoisting, special poojas and rituals will be conducted at the temple as part of the festival observances.
The most important Arudra Darshan festival takes place at Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Thirukovil in Tiruvannamalai. Here are photographs of the function
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.
Tiruvannamalai Arulmiku Arunachaleswarar Temple Thirukarthikai Deepatri Festival 2025 concluded today (7.12.2025) with Chandikeswarar Utsavam
Divine Celebrations at Aiyangulam: Arulmiku Subramaniar Temple Utsavam
Divine Celebrations at Aiyangulam: Arulmiku Subramaniar Temple Utsavam
