The Management of Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple has recommended the ideal time to undertake ‘Girivalam’ during the ensuing ‘Pournami’ (Full Moon Day). Ensuing Pournami (Full Moon Day) occurs on 6th November starting from 05:33 am till 04:00 am on 7th November. This is the ideal period to undertake ‘Girivalam’.