Tamil Nadu Pilgrimage: Tiruvannamalai and Beyond – Temples & Routes

Tiruvannamalai as the heart of a Tamil Nadu pilgrimage. Combine with Chidambaram, Kanchipuram or other Shiva temples.

Tamil Nadu is rich in Shiva temples. Tiruvannamalai (Annamalaiyar) is one of the Pancha Bhuta Sthalams and a natural hub for multi-temple trips.

Combining Temples

Chidambaram (akasha), Kanchipuram, Thiruvannaamalai (agni), Thiruvanaikaval (water) and Kalahasti (vayu) can be combined in a week-long pilgrimage. Tiruvannamalai is central for many routes.

Stay in Tiruvannamalai

Use MAS Residency as your base for Annamalaiyar temple, Girivalam and Ramana Maharishi Ashram, then move on to the next destination.