⛩️ Just 4 Mins Walk to Annamalaiyar Temple ⛰️ Annamalaiyar Hill View

Our Location & Sacred Landmarks

Peacefully situated on Kamatchi Amman Kovil Street in Tiruvannamalai, just 4 minutes walk from the temple, offering convenient connectivity to all major shrines and Girivalam path.

Exact Homestay Address

Princess Homestay & Rooms

86/109, Kamatchi Amman Kovil Street, Tiruvannamalai – 606601, Tamil Nadu, India

Located on Kamatchi Amman Kovil Street, away from heavy highway traffic and bus horn noise, while ensuring easy auto-rickshaw and car access.

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Arriving by Train or Bus? Contact our host desk on WhatsApp prior to your arrival and we will guide your auto driver directly to our door.

Distance to Holy Landmarks

In accordance with our strict honesty policy, verified landmarks and distances are provided below. For real-time auto fares and walking paths, simply ask our front desk.

Arunachaleswarar Temple

Main Shrine

The great 9th-century temple of Lord Arunachaleswarar and Goddess Unnamalai Amman, featuring towering Gopurams and sacred spiritual energy.

Distance: Just 4 Mins Walk (300m)

Mount Arunachala

Sacred Hill

Manifestation of Shiva as the pillar of divine fire. Visible directly from our second-floor open rooftop terrace deck with refreshing mountain breezes.

View: Annamalaiyar Hill View

Sri Ramanasramam

Ashram

The sacred Samadhi shrine and meditation halls of Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi at the southern base of Arunachala.

Distance: Ask us for distance

Girivalam Path

14 km Route

The circumambulation ring road enclosing the sacred hill with the Ashta Lingams (Indra, Agni, Yama, Niruthi, Varuna, Vayu, Kubera, Esanya).

Access: Easy Access

Seshadri Swamigal Ashram

Ashram

Located on the main Chengam road, dedicated to the revered saint Sri Seshadri Swamigal, renowned for deep peace and meditation.

Distance: Ask us for distance

Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram

Ashram

Also known as Visiri Samiyar Ashram, a grand spiritual campus known for continuous divine chanting and peaceful courtyards.

Distance: Ask us for distance

Pilgrim Guide

Essential Guide to Girivalam

Girivalam is the sacred practice of walking barefoot around Mount Arunachala along a 14-kilometer path in a clockwise direction. Millions perform this pradakshina, particularly during Chitra Pournami and monthly full moon nights.

• Total Distance: ~14 Kilometers

• Average Duration: 3.5 to 5 hours

• Best Timing: Early morning (4:00 AM) or night

• Key Shrines: 8 Lingams & Surya/Chandra Lingam

Host Assistance: When staying at Princess Homestay, ask our hosts for auto booking to the starting point, hydration tips, and recommended timings to avoid peak festival rush.

Planning Pournami Stay?

Suites book out quickly during monthly full moon days. Reserve your group stay well in advance.

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