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.
Temple Details
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.
Temple Gallery
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
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Tourist Attractions
- - Dwarka Beach
- - Bet Dwarka
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Medical Stores
- - Dwarka Medical Store (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Pharmacy (0.3 km)
Nearby ATMs
- - HDFC Bank ATM
- - Axis Bank ATM
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Food
- - Dwarka Food Court (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Bhojanalaya (0.3 km)
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FlightJamnagar Airport (JGA) - 45 km
TrainDwarka Railway Station - 10 km
BusDwarka Bus Stand - 12 km
Auto FareRs 200-300 (Round Trip)
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