Daily Pooja Timings
Devotees can seek the divine grace of Lord Allareshwarar and Goddess Abayambikai during regular daily hours.
Welcome to Alariswarar Thirukoil
"ALLARESHWARAR (ALIAS) MARUNDESHWARAR" THIRUKOIL celebrates Lord Shiva, the supreme power of the world. While Shiva temples exist across India, hill shrines are uniquely revered. According to tradition, worshipping Lord Shiva on a hill relieves life's burdens and restores inner harmony.
Located on Vellore Saidapet Shivan Hill, surrounded by natural medicinal herbs, Lord Shiva is named ALLARESHWARAR because Allari plants grew around the Shiva Lingam. As He cures illnesses for worshippers, He is also venerated as MARUNDESHWARAR alongside His consort Goddess ABAYAMBIKAI (Amirtha Valli).
Sacred Highlights
Key spiritual aspects that make worshipping at Sivanmalai a transformative experience.
Allareshwarar Glory
Worshipping on Shivan Hill grants good health, peace of mind, relief from debts, and prosperity. Sages frequently visit this serene herbal sanctuary.
Thevaram Hymns
Devotees recite poems of Saiva Samaya Nalvars and play Lord Shiva’s sacred Thirukailayavathiyam instruments during worship.
Abayambigai Ambal
Goddess Abayambigai protects devotees as eyelids protect the eyes. Also known as Amirtha Valli, She fills worshippers' lives with joy.
Sacred Deities
Includes shrines for Vinayagar, Murugar, Nalvar, Chandikeswarar, Durga, Panchamuga Anjaneyar, and Kalabhairavar.
2026 Temple Festival Schedule
Plan your visit for upcoming Pradosham, Amavasai, and Pournami dates.
| S.No | Festival | Month | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pradosham | August | 10-08-2026 | Upcoming |
| 2 | Amavasai | August | 12-08-2026 | Upcoming |
| 3 | Pradosham | August | 25-08-2026 | Upcoming |
| 4 | Pournami | August | 27-08-2026 | Upcoming |
| 5 | Pradosham | September | 08-09-2026 | Upcoming |
| 6 | Amavasai | September | 10-09-2026 | Upcoming |
| 7 | Pradosham | September | 24-09-2026 | Upcoming |
| 8 | Pournami | September | 26-09-2026 | Upcoming |
| 9 | Pradosham | October | 08-10-2026 | Upcoming |
| 10 | Amavasai | October | 10-10-2026 | Upcoming |
| 11 | Pradosham | October | 23-10-2026 | Upcoming |
| 12 | Pournami | October | 25-10-2026 | Upcoming |
| 13 | Pradosham | November | 06-11-2026 | Upcoming |
| 14 | Amavasai | November | 08-11-2026 | Upcoming |
| 15 | Pradosham | November | 22-11-2026 | Upcoming |
| 16 | Pournami | November | 24-11-2026 | Upcoming |
| 17 | Pradosham | December | 06-12-2026 | Upcoming |
| 18 | Amavasai | December | 08-12-2026 | Upcoming |
| 19 | Pradosham | December | 21-12-2026 | Upcoming |
| 20 | Pournami | December | 23-12-2026 | Upcoming |
