Tiruvannamalai Girivalam on December 4, 2025: Karthigai Pournami Timing Announced
The Arunachaleswarar Temple administration in Tiruvannamalai has announced that December 04, 2025 (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 Karthigai month and falls on a Thursday. The Girivalam will begin at 07:58 AM on Thursday, December 04, […]
Devotees Carry 300-Kg Maha Deepam Kopparai Up Annamalaiyar Hill for Karthigai Deepam
Devotees in Thiruvannamalai carried the Maha Deepam (giant ghee lamp) up the Annamalaiyar hill for the Karthigai Deepam festival, even as the region experienced continuous rainfall. The sacred ghee-filled barrel, weighing over 300 kilos, was lifted and taken uphill by trained volunteers. According to temple authorities, the Maha Deepam will be lit on December 3 […]
Karthigai Deepam Festival 2025 – 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.