Location: Thiruvannamalai
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Top 7 Sacred & Religious Sites in Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Tiruvannamalai (Tamil: Tiruvaṇṇāmalai IPA: [ˈtiɾɯʋaɳːaːmalɛi̯], also Thiruvannamalai or Trinomali and Trinomalee during British times) is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and a part of Tondaimandalam (Tondai Nadu) region. The city is administered by a special grade municipality that covers an area of 13.64 km (5.27 sq mi) and a population of 145,278 and urban agglomeration had a population of 398,780 in 2011. It is the administrative headquarters of Tiruvannamalai District. Roadways are the major mode of transport in Tiruvannamalai, while the city also has rail connectivity. Chennai International Airport is the nearest domestic and international airport to the town. Tiruvannamalai is named after the central deity of the Annamalaiyar Temple, Annamalaiyar. The Karthigai Deepam festival is celebrated during the day of the full moon between November and December, and a huge beacon is lit atop the Annamalai hill. The event is witnessed by three million pilgrims. On the day preceding each full moon, pilgrims circumnavigate the temple base and the Annamalai hills in a worship called Girivalam, a practice carried out by one million pilgrims yearly.
Restaurants in Thiruvannamalai
1. Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By WVR7933
This temple of Lord Varadaraja Perumal is located in Injimedu town of Thiruvannamalai Dist. This Injimedu Town is just 25 Kms from Vandavasi and about 140 Kms from Chennai. Thayar is Perundevi Nayaki... Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfilment of 1. Fame 2. Free from Diseases 3. Wealth 4. Courage 5. Relief from Bondage. The temple is well maintained. Kindly see the attached photograph Instructions for doing Pooja to Thayar.
2. Sri Ramanasramam
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By plpalani - Mumbai, India
This is the place Sri Ramanar spent time during god enlighten the. This ashram is located at the foot hill of Arunachala mountain. There is a statue of Ramanar, a temple , a book stall and some guest rooms are there within the complex apart from a meditation hall. Serene atmosphere.
3. Sri Ramana Ashram
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4.5 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By 33Gaurav
You can live with the silence and feel the fragrance of Shri Raman ashram. The great saint and Spiritual Guru who is still alive and omnipresent will touch your heart and slowly you will start inspiring people around you , the Silence in the teaching of Bhagwan Sri Ramana Maharishi
4. Arunachaleshwara Temple
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4.5 based on 263 reviews
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Reviewed By sach00in - Virar, India
This temple is an absolute beauty of architectural marvel of south india. The gopurams or the entry gates on all four sides of the temple are majestic. The entire premises is full of positive energy and serene calmness. One should surely visit such a place as it is older than even our great grand father's and the vibrations of this temple are unique. The temple is in the centre of TIRUVANNAMALAI city and is the main landmark for travel and directions in the city.
5. Skandashramam
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By PLAravind - Bengaluru, India
Situated by the side of Arunachala hill, this is the place where Ramana Maharshi meditated for a long period. The Ashram also gives a brilliant view of the Thiruvannamalai town and the temple.
6. Mamara Guhai
7. Seshadri Swamigal Ashram
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4.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By vipina776 - Lucknow, India
Very peaceful and powerful place dedicated to Seshadri Swami ,a prominent saint of Tiruvannamalai. Arunachalam hill is a sight to behold from the temple complex. They provide accommodation as well for travelers at affordable prices. There is a canteen as well inside the complex
