Embark on a spiritual journey with the Sri Arunachaleswara Temple tour from Pondicherry. Your day begins with a visit to the ancient Arunachaleswara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its grand architecture and spiritual significance. Explore the sacred Arunachala Mountain, believed to be a form of Lord Shiva himself, and experience its tranquil aura.
En route, visit the Sri Ramana Ashram, a spiritual center founded by the renowned sage Ramana Maharshi, and the Virupaksha Cave, where Ramana Maharshi meditated for several years. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free experience.
Pickup included
The temple is one of the largest in India and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Take your time to explore the temple complex, its intricately carved pillars, and the various shrines within.The Temple town, houses eight lingams all known as Ashtalingam, positioned at different locations. These lingams are named as Indralingam, Agnilingam, Yamalingam, Niruthilingam, Varunalingam, Vayulingam, Kuberlingam and Esanyalingam. Each lingam signifies different directions of the earth. It is believed they bless the devotees who undertake Girivalam or Giriparikrama, a parikrama or circumambulation by many devotees around the Arunachal mountain.
This sacred hill is located in the temple town of Tiruvanamalai, and geologists claim that it is one of the oldest mountains in the world. The Annamalaiyar Temple, a temple of Lord Shiva is located at the base of the hill. The hill is also known by the names Annamalai, Arunagiri, Arunachalam, Arunai, Sonagiri, and Sonachalam.
En Route Ramana Maharshi Ashram: Also known as Sri Ramanasramam, is a spiritual center located at the foot of the Arunachala Hill in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is named after Sri Ramana Maharshi, a revered Indian sage and spiritual teacher who lived there for most of his life. Ramana Maharshi is known for his teachings on self-inquiry and his profound experiences of self-realization.
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Pick up time: 6:00am Pickup and drop-off services are available for hotels within Puducherry city center. The operator will contact you to reconfirm the pick up time and itinerary The driver will pick you up directly from your selected hotel in Puducherry. Please be patient in cases of unforeseen delays due to peak traffic times on certain routes.