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Tiruvannamalai

One of the most sacred towns of South India, Tiruvannamalai is the place where Lord Shiva is believed to have appeared as a column of fire in order to claim his supremacy over Brahma and Vishnu. The town is situated at the margin of hill and plain; at the junction of two important arterial roads.

The Arunachal Temple is one of the largest in South and widely visited by pilgrims. The 200ft height and 11 storey gopuram is its main attraction. There is also an ashram of the mystique saint Sri Ramana Maharshi.

Religious Spots
Arunachaleshvara Temple

The town’s most important structure is the temple of Sri Arunachaleshwara where the linga is encased in gold, representing fire. Covering a vast area of 25 acres, this is one of the large temple complexes of India, one part of which dates back to 11th century. The temple complex consists of nine imposing towers, huge walled enclosures, a tank and a Thousand-pillared hall.

The temple is situated at the foot of the hill, half a mile west of the Railway station. During festivals the temple is widely visited by devotees of all faith.

Sri Ramana Maharishi Ashram

Tiruvannamalai is also famous for a mystique saint who meditated here for 23 long years to achieve spiritual enlightenment. His ashram is located near Arunachala hill. It is an internationally renowned spiritual centre that attracts devotees from all walks of life. Two more ashrams are located close to Ramana Ashram, these are: Sri Seshadri Swamigal Ashram and Yogi Ram SurathKumar Ashram.

Nature’s Trail
Sathanur Dam

The dam is constructed across Pennaiyar River in the year 1958. Located at a distance of 30 kms from Tiruvannamalai town, the dam was a focal point for film shooters during 1960-80. It has beautifully laid parks and lawns and also a mini zoo for the children.

The dame was constructed to full fill the demand of water for 7183 hectares of Land and also to control the flood situation. Today, it is one of the best picnic spots of Tamil Nadu owing to its gardens and natural scenery. One swimming pool, Crocodile farm and a fish grotta are present to attract visitors.

How to reach

By Air : The nearest Airport from Tiruvannamalai is Chennai (182 km).

By Rail : Tiruvannamalai is situated in between Katpadi and Viluppuram Junctions on the railway line. Many local and express trains connect the town with Viluppuram and other important towns and cities of the state.

By Road : It is well connected by roads with various parts of country. By car it takes hardly four to five hours from the State Capital Chennai to reach this temple town. During festival times Government Transport Corporation runs special point-to-point buses to/from all parts of State.


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