Arunachaleswarar Temple

Location: Tiruvannamalai, at the foothills of Arunachala Hill

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva appeared here as an infinite column of fire to demonstrate his supreme power before Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. The temple has been expanded and renovated by various dynasties including the Cholas, Vijayanagara rulers, and Nayakas over many centuries. The sacred Girivalam (circumambulation of Arunachala Hill) is an important spiritual practice associated with the temple.

Arunachaleswarar Temple

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Basic Information

Temple Name

Arunachaleswarar Temple

Location

Tiruvannamalai, at the foothills of Arunachala Hill

District

Tiruvannamalai

State

Tamil Nadu

Architecture

The Arunachaleswarar Temple is built in magnificent Dravidian architectural style with massive gopurams, intricately carved pillars, large courtyards, and beautiful temple halls. The Rajagopuram of the temple is one of the tallest temple towers in India.

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Full Address

Arunachaleswarar Temple, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu – 606601, India

Temple Description

Arunachaleswarar Temple is one of the most sacred Shiva temples in South India and represents the Agni (Fire) element among the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams. The temple attracts millions of devotees and spiritual seekers every year, especially during the Karthigai Deepam festival.

Services & Facilities

Live DarshanPrasad DeliverySpecial PujaAbhishekDiya DonationAarti Booking

Aarti & Temple Timing

Temple Timing

Morning Darshan7:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Afternoon Darshan12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Evening Darshan5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Aarti Timing

Mangala Aarti3:00 AM - 4:00 AM

Morning Aarti4:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Sandhya Aarti7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Shayan Aarti8:30 PM - 9:30 PM