🕉️ Temple Overview
Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar Temple represents Agni (Fire) among the Pancha Bhoota Stalams. Arunachala Hill itself is considered a manifestation of Lord Shiva. Pournami Girivalam (circumambulation of the hill on full moon) is the most popular spiritual practice here.
📅 Panchangam & Astrological Importance
Dominant Nakshatra
Bharani
Associated Planet
Mars (Kuja)
Element
Fire
Temple Type
Pancha Bhoota Stalam (Agni/Fire)
⚡ Why Panchangam Matters:
Pournami Girivalam is calculated using Udaya Pournami (sunrise-based full moon). Karthigai Deepam occurs on Krittika Nakshatra and requires the lamp to be lit before sunset. Timing is astronomically critical.
✅ Best Days to Visit
Pournami (Full Moon)
Krittika Nakshatra
Pradosham
🎉 Major Festivals (with Panchangam Logic)
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Karthigai Deepam📅 November-DecemberOccurs on Krittika Nakshatra. The Maha Deepam on Arunachala must be lit before sunset. Requires exact Nakshatra end-time.Nakshatra-based
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Pournami Girivalam📅 MonthlyWalking around Arunachala Hill (14 km) on Pournami. Calculated using Udaya Pournami.Tithi-based
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When should I do Girivalam at Thiruvannamalai?
Girivalam should be done on Pournami (Full Moon). The correct date is determined by Udaya Pournami - when full moon is present at sunrise, not by calendar date.
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