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 )
10th Day of Vasantha Utsavam – Burning of Manmatha
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.
Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam Theethavari Abhishekam
The Lord was given the Theethavari Abhishekam on occasion of the Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam. Seen here are pictures of the event.
10th Day of Vasantha Utsavam
The 10th day of the Vasantha utsavam also saw the Theethavari of the Lord in the Iyan Kulam. Seen here are pictures of the devotees who attended, and the day’s events.
Vasantha Utsavam
The Vasantha Utsavam was celebrated with great pomp and splendour. Here are the photographs of the event.