Pournami Girivalam Dates 2026-2027
Complete calendar of Pournami (Full Moon) Girivalam dates for 2026-2027. Plan your sacred 14km circumambulation at Tiruvannamalai Arunachalam temple.
What is Pournami Girivalam?
Pournami Girivalam is the sacred 14km circumambulation of Arunachala Hill in Tiruvannamalai performed on full moon nights (Pournami). This auspicious practice attracts lakhs of devotees monthly who walk barefoot around the sacred hill.
The full moon day holds special spiritual significance as it is believed that Lord Shiva appeared as a column of fire (Agni Lingam) on this day. Devotees perform Girivalam on Pournami to receive divine blessings and spiritual merit.
Pournami Dates 2026
January
Jan 3, 2026
Pausha Purnima
February
Feb 1, 2026
Magha Purnima
March
Mar 3, 2026
Phalguna Purnima
April
Apr 1, 2026
Chaitra Purnima
May
May 1, 2026
Vaishakha Purnima
May
May 30, 2026
Jyeshtha Purnima (Adhika Purnima)
June
Jun 29, 2026
Jyeshtha Purnima
July
Jul 29, 2026
Ashadha Purnima
August
Aug 27, 2026
Shravana Purnima
September
Sep 26, 2026
Bhadrapada Purnima
October
Oct 25, 2026
Ashwin Purnima
November
Nov 24, 2026
Kartik Purnima
December
Dec 23, 2026
Margashirsha Purnima
Pournami Dates 2027
January
Jan 22, 2027
Pausha Purnima
February
Feb 20, 2027
Magha Purnima
March
Mar 22, 2027
Phalguna Purnima
April
Apr 20, 2027
Chaitra Purnima
May
May 20, 2027
Vaishakha Purnima
June
Jun 18, 2027
Jyeshtha Purnima
July
Jul 18, 2027
Ashadha Purnima
August
Aug 16, 2027
Shravana Purnima
September
Sep 15, 2027
Bhadrapada Purnima
October
Oct 15, 2027
Ashwin Purnima
November
Nov 13, 2027
Kartik Purnima
December
Dec 13, 2027
Margashirsha Purnima
Best Time to Start Pournami Girivalam
Ideal Start
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Moderate crowd, pleasant weather
Avoid
10:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Peak crowd hours
Less Crowded
3:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Peaceful, spiritual atmosphere
Essential Tips for Pournami Girivalam
Book accommodation 2-3 days in advance
Carry water bottle and light snacks
Wear comfortable footwear (barefoot is traditional)
Start early to avoid peak crowds
Use our Girivalam Map for navigation
Carry minimal belongings in a small bag
Respect temple timings and customs
Stay hydrated throughout the journey
Plan Your Girivalam Journey
Use our interactive map and book essential services for a smooth pilgrimage