Tiruvannamalai is a sacred town in the state of Tamil Nadu, India, known for its ancient and revered Arunachaleswarar Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the largest and most significant temples in South India.
The temple is located at the foothills of the Arunachala Hill, a sacred mountain considered to be a manifestation of Lord Shiva. The hill is known as Arunachala or Annamalai Hill, giving the town its name, Tiruvannamalai.
