Karthikai Deepam 2024: 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 13th, 2024, 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.

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 9 Night

Karthigai Deepam Festival 9th day night event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.

Karthigai Deepam 2024: Bharani Deepam Lit at Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple

The sacred Bharani Deepam was lit early this morning at the Arunachaleswarar Temple as part of the Karthigai Deepam festival 2024. Special Abishegam and Dheeparathanai were performed after the temple opened.

At 3:30 AM, the Bharani Deepam was lit inside the Lord’s shrine. A yagam was conducted at the Artha Mandapam, where twenty Bharani Deepams were lit by Sivasariyargal and displayed to devotees. A large number of people participated in the procession and worshiped the holy lamp.

The festival’s highlight, the Maha Deepam, will be lit atop the 2,668-foot Thiruvannamalai hill at 6:00 PM this evening, drawing thousands of devotees.

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 9 Morning

Karthigai Deepam Festival Day 9 event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.

Optimal Time for a Sacred Visit: Girivalam in Tiruvannamalai on December 14, 2024!

The Arunachaleswarar Temple administration in Tiruvannamalai has announced that December 14, 2024, will be an auspicious day for devotees to undertake the sacred Girivalam pilgrimage. This significant event coincides with the full moon day in the Purattasi month and falls on a Wednesday.

The Girivalam will begin at 04:17 PM on Saturday, December 14, 2024, and conclude at 03:13 AM on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Devotees are encouraged to participate in this holy pilgrimage and experience its profound spiritual benefits.

Special Pooja Performed Ahead of Maha Deepam Lighting Ceremony 2024

On the special grand occasion of Deepam Festival at Thiruvannamalai Lord Arunchaleswarar temple,
A SPECIAL POOJA WAS [PERFORMED ON THE 1150 METRES LENGTH OF COOTON THREADS (GADA CLOTHE BITS)

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 8 Night

Karthigai Deepam Festival Day 8 night event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 8 (Morning)

Karthigai Deepam Festival Day 8 event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 7 (Night) – Ursavam

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 7  Night event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 7

Karthigai Deepam Festival 2024 – Day 7 event took place at the Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai. Below are some of the pictures showcasing the event.