When the nakshatra Maham falls in the Tamil month of Maasi is usually is on Pournami or full moon day. This day is extremely auspicious. This year, the day is Maha Maham and a big congregation of devotees visit temples around Tamil Nadu.
Abhishekam for the Lord Nataraja was done on this auspicious day. Seen here are pictures of the abhishekam and then the Lord dressed up splendidly.
Pradosham is a bi monthly worship to Lord Shiva. It falls on the 13th day of every fortnight in the Hindu calendar. The Pradosham is named after the day of the week it falls on. For example, if it falls on a Monday, it is called Somapradosham, Tuesday is called Bhauma Pradosham, and so on. This fortnight was Shani Pradosham. Among the pradoshams, Soma and Shani are believed to be most auspicious. The period of worship is 3 hours – one and half hours each before and after sunset.
On pradosham day, devotees observe a fast from sunrise to sunset. On this day, Nandi is worshipped along with an idol of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati seated on Nandi. They are then taken on processions around the temple complex.
Seen here are pictures of the Sani Pradosham pooja and procession.
The Pournami that fell in the first half of the month of Aani saw heavy crowds visit the temple. Seen here are pictures of devotees waiting in line for the darshan of Sri Annamalaiyar.
On the occasion of Pournami this month, the temple conducted ceremonies that drew large crowds. The statue of Nandi was given Abhishekam. Then, the Lord and his consort, sitting on the Nandi, were taken around the premises in procession. Seen here are photographs of the festivities.
On occasion of Pradosham, the Lord and his consort were taken out in procession. The statue of Nandi was given Abhishekam. Seen here are pictures of the function
The Pradosham that fell in the Tamil month of Vaikasi was celebrated on Pournami day. The Lord and his consort were taken on procession and the statue of Nandi was given Abhishekam. Seen here are photographs of the event.
Prathosam Agni Natchathiram falls to be on this day; owing to this there are special Pooja and Thara Abishegam taking place at Thondareeswarar Thirukovil located at Thiruvannamalai. The idol is decorated with beautiful flower decorations and the shrine is embellished with vibrant lamps lit all around. People throng in to get blessings from the lord.
Abhishekam for the Lord and his consort were done on the occasion of Thiruvonam star during the Chithirai month of the Durmuki year. Seen here are pictures of the decorations and the event.
On the 10th day of the Vasantha Utsavam, the effigy of Manmatha was burnt at 11.30 in the night. The event signifies the story in which the Lord opens his third eye to burn the Lord of Love when the latter disturbs his penance.
