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Thiruvannamalai Temple Timings, History and How to Reach

Thiruvannamalai Temple, the temple of Lord Shiva, is located on the foothills of Annamalai Hills in Tamil Nadu. The Thiruvannamalai temple is a major pilgrimage attraction in Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. People from all over the world visit the temple to seek blessings from Lord Shiva.

About Thiruvannamalai Temple

Thiruvannamalai Temple is well known for its 66-meter-tall Gopupuram, one of the largest temples in India. Devotees worship Lord Shiva in the form of fire in this temple.

Thiruvannamalai Temple has Dravidian architecture. 8 important Shiva temples are facing in 8 different directions on the side path of Girivalam.

Thiruvannamalai Temple has an average elevation of 200 meters and thus it experiences a more hot and humid climate.

The history of Thiruvannamalai temple known as Arunachalesvara or Annamalaiyar Temple, is a charming journey through time, showcasing the spiritual and architectural greatness of Tamil Nadu.

Thiruvannamalai Temple Timings

Opening and Closing Timings of the Thiruvannamalai Temple are given below, must check this timing before visiting this temple.

Day MorningEvening
Monday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Saturday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Sunday5:30 AM to 12:30 PM4:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Thiruvannamalai Temple Darshan, Pooja, Abhishek Timings

Here we provide the timings of the darshan, pooja and Abhishekam.

TimingsDetails
5:00 AMTemple opening Hours
5:30 AMUkshakala Pooja
6:30 AM to 9:00 AMSwami Amman milk Abhishekam
6:30 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:30 AMParivar Moorthi Sannathi milk Abhishekam
8:00 AMKala Santhi Pooja
8:30 AM – 10:30 AMPanchamoorthigal Abhishekam  
11:30 AMUchikala Pooja
12:30 PMTemple Closing Hour
3:30 PMTemple Reopening Hour
5:30 PMSayaratchai Pooja
7:30 PMIrandam Kala Pooja
9:00 PMArthajama Pooja
9:30 PMTemple Closing Hour

Festivals in Thiruvannamalai Temple

Karthigai Deepam festival is celebrated during the day of the full moon between November and December.

Entry Fees for the Thiruvannamalai Temple

There are No Entry fees at the Thiruvannamalai Temple

Best Time to Visit Thiruvannamalai Temple

The best time to visit Thiruvannamalai Temple will be from November to February as the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy your visit over there.

Address and Contact Details of the Thiruvannamalai Temple

Thiruvannamalai Temple’s address and Contact details are given below.

AddressPavazhakundur, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu 606601
Contact no.1800 4253 1111

Other Details About the Thiruvannamalai Temple

Live DarshanNot Available
Famous Pooja1008 Sangu Pooja Special abhishekam
Dress codeAny decent outfit
Pooja Ticket AvailabilityAvailable
Pooja Ticket Price100 Ruppes per personn
Darshan Ticket BookingFree darshan is available for all devotes, online darshan booking is not available.

Tiruvannamalai Abhishekam

Here we provide the Abhhishekam cost and timings of the Thiruvannamalai Temple

S.noAbhishekam NameNo of persons/ TicketsTicket CostTimings
1Milk Abhishekam2Rs.10005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM
2Swamay and Amman Ahishekam5Rs.25005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM
3Vinayagar, Swamay and Amman Ahishekam5Rs.30005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM
4Panchamrutha Abhishekam5Rs.45005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM
5Mahanyasa Abhishekam5Rs.50005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM
6Thiru Kalyana Vaibhavam10Rs.85005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM
71008 Sanku Abhishekam10Rs.100005:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM

Tiruvannamalai Abhishekam Ticket Booking and Procedure

  • Online Booking is not available for the Abhishekam Tickets
  • It has to be purchased at the counter for the same day Abhishekam
  • Pooja materials have to be carried by the devotees.
  • The devotees are allowed to watch the Abhishekam performed to the main deity.

Nearby places to visit Thiruvannamalai Temple

 If you are planning to visit Thiruvannamalai Temple then, here are some nearest places to visit the Thiruvannamalai Temple.

  • Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple – Thiruvannamalai
  • Shri Seshadri Swamigal Ashramam
  • Gingee Fort
  • Yelagiri
  • Parvadhamalai Hills
  • Arunachaleshwar Temple Kulam

Where to Stay in Tiruvannamalai?

If you are planning to visit Thiruvannamalai temple, here are some best hotels to stay in Tiruvannamalai

How to Reach Thiruvannamalai Temple

By Air

By Air

The nearest airports to the temple are Puducherry Airport (87 km) and Chennai International Airport (172 km).

By Train

By Train

The nearest railway station to the temple is Thiruvannamalai railway station.

By Bus

By Bus

It is connected to all the major roads of Tamil Nadu and multiple bus services are available from the major cities like Chennai, Mysore, Bangalore, and many more.

Thiruvannamalai temple is the place spiritual place to visit, it is worth visiting. This Temple visit was the best experience.

I hope you can find all the information about this temple on our page, if you have any queries contact us or comment in the comment section.

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Dasharathi
Dasharathi
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Mahanyasa abhishekam

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