Optimal Time for a Sacred Visit: Upcoming Girivalam Date in Tiruvannamalai – October 16 (Starting: 08:40 PM, Oct 16 Wednesday – Ending: 04:55 PM, Oct 17 Thursday )

Aani Pournami

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.

Pournami

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.

Arulmigu Om Arunachaleswarar Thirukovil Pradosham

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

Vaikasi Pournami Pradosham

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.

Thara Abishegam at Thondareeswarar Thirukovil

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 at the Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Thirukoil

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.