The Fire Element Shrine: Sri Arunachaleswarar Temple
Arunachalam (Tiruvannamalai) is one of the most venerated Shaivite holy sites, representing the element of Fire (Agni). Millions of spiritual seekers visit the mountain, made famous globally by sage Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi. Pilgrims flock here especially during Pournami (Full Moon) for the 14-kilometer barefoot walk around the sacred hill.
Trip Logistics & Route Profile
- Route Distance: 195 km one-way from Tirupati via Chittoor and Vellore (Approx. 4.5 hours driving time).
- Package Code: SPL0002 (Arunachalam Round Trip).
- Trip Type: Available as Same-Day Return or 2-Day Overnight Package.
- Pickup Points: Any Tirupati Hotel, Railway Station, or Renigunta Airport.
Verified Package Rates (Package SPL0002)
Includes interstate Tamil Nadu permit handling, driver allowance, tolls, and darshan waiting:
- Sedan (Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios): 4 Passenger Seats — ₹6,299 Complete Package.
- SUV (Toyota Innova): 6/7 Passenger Seats — ₹5,499 Complete Package.
- Luxury SUV (Innova Crysta): 6/7 Passenger Seats — ₹6,499 Complete Package.
- Tempo Traveller: 12/17 Passenger Seats — ₹8,499 Complete Package.
Key Attractions Covered in Arunachalam
- Annamalaiyar Temple: Marvel at the monumental Raja Gopuram (one of the tallest in India) and the sacred Agni Lingam sanctum.
- Sri Ramana Ashram: Meditate in the serene meditation halls where Ramana Maharshi spent decades teaching self-enquiry.
- 14-km Girivalam Path: Covers the eight sacred Ashta Lingams (Indra, Agni, Yama, Niruthi, Varuna, Vayu, Kubera, and Esanya Lingams).