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Arunachaleswarar Temple, Tiruvannamalai

The fire (Agni) lingam of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams, at the foot of the sacred Arunachala hill.

Shiva TemplesPancha Bhoota SthalamsFamous South India Temples
Deity
Lord Shiva as Arunachaleswarar and Goddess Unnamulai Amman
Location
Tiruvannamalai, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu
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The Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai is one of the largest temple complexes in India, set at the foot of the sacred Arunachala hill. It represents fire (Agni) among the five Pancha Bhoota Sthalams.

Significance

According to legend, Lord Shiva appeared here as an endless column of fire to settle a dispute between Brahma and Vishnu, before taking the form of the Arunachala hill. The hill itself is therefore worshipped as Shiva, and walking around it — Girivalam — is a central practice of the pilgrimage.

The annual Karthigai Deepam festival, when a huge flame is lit on the summit, commemorates this story. Tiruvannamalai is also closely associated with the sage Sri Ramana Maharshi, whose ashram continues to welcome visitors.

Visiting

Tiruvannamalai is a popular weekend pilgrimage from Bangalore, and is part of our Pancha Bhoota Sthalam tour.

Tours

Tours that include Arunachaleswarar Temple, Tiruvannamalai

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Travel to Arunachaleswarar Temple by private taxi

Choose a vehicle to suit your group — every trip is private, with pickup from your home, hotel, railway station or airport.

Convenient pickup cities: Bangalore

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Arunachaleswarar Temple — frequently asked questions

Can you arrange Girivalam trips from Bangalore?

Yes. Many families travel on the day of the full moon, do Girivalam in the evening and return the next morning. Our driver can drop and pick you up at convenient points on the Girivalam path, subject to local traffic restrictions.

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