India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 12.12.1997
Date of issue: 12.12.1997
Pin code: 606601
Pin code: 606601
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Tiruvannamalai
PO Name: Tiruvannamalai
Description: Tiruvannamalai is a highly revered place in Tamil Nadu with a rich historical and spiritual heritage. It is renowned for the Grand Arunachala Temple and the main Deepam Festival, which draws devotees from South India. It holds significant importance for Tamils worldwide and its origins can be traced back to Puranas. As per mythology, Lord Shiva manifested a massive fire to resolve a conflict between Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. This event is commemorated with the construction of a temple in honour of Lord Shiva. Another legend of the festival with Lord Muruga is linked to six infants and the six Krittika stars. On this day, Goddess Parvati unified all six forms of Skanda, known as Lord Kartikeya with six faces, referred to as Arumugan. This festival is mentioned in the period 200 BC – 300 AD in the poetry of the compositions of revered poet Avaiyar.
Description: Tiruvannamalai is a highly revered place in Tamil Nadu with a rich historical and spiritual heritage. It is renowned for the Grand Arunachala Temple and the main Deepam Festival, which draws devotees from South India. It holds significant importance for Tamils worldwide and its origins can be traced back to Puranas. As per mythology, Lord Shiva manifested a massive fire to resolve a conflict between Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. This event is commemorated with the construction of a temple in honour of Lord Shiva. Another legend of the festival with Lord Muruga is linked to six infants and the six Krittika stars. On this day, Goddess Parvati unified all six forms of Skanda, known as Lord Kartikeya with six faces, referred to as Arumugan. This festival is mentioned in the period 200 BC – 300 AD in the poetry of the compositions of revered poet Avaiyar.
The devotees hold deep reverence for Lord Shiva, believing him to be the protector of the world and the fulfilment of their desires. Here is considered a sacred place representing the presence of Lord Shiva. Lighting a massive fire during Karthigai Deepam is believed to bring individuals closer to Lord Shiva and enable them to receive his blessings. Those who take part in the rituals at Sri Annamalai Hill feel a profound connection with Lord Shiva and seek his divine power to alleviate their troubles and bring peace into their lives. The function is celebrated during the month of Karthikai, between Nov. and Dec., the festival concludes with the celebration of Karthikai Deepam. A huge lamp, containing three tons of ghee, is lit in a cauldron at the top of the Annamalai hills during the Deepam festival. In the image of the PPC Deepam artwork is depicted as symbolizing spiritual heritage.
The devotees hold deep reverence for Lord Shiva, believing him to be the protector of the world and the fulfilment of their desires. Here is considered a sacred place representing the presence of Lord Shiva. Lighting a massive fire during Karthigai Deepam is believed to bring individuals closer to Lord Shiva and enable them to receive his blessings. Those who take part in the rituals at Sri Annamalai Hill feel a profound connection with Lord Shiva and seek his divine power to alleviate their troubles and bring peace into their lives. The function is celebrated during the month of Karthikai, between Nov. and Dec., the festival concludes with the celebration of Karthikai Deepam. A huge lamp, containing three tons of ghee, is lit in a cauldron at the top of the Annamalai hills during the Deepam festival. In the image of the PPC Deepam artwork is depicted as symbolizing spiritual heritage.