Optimal Time for a Sacred Visit: Upcoming Girivalam Date in Tiruvannamalai – June 10 (Starting: 11:35 AM, Jun 10 Tuesday – Ending: 01:30 PM, Jun 11 Wednesday )

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.

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.