Pournami Girivalam Dates 2025-2026
Complete calendar of Pournami (Full Moon) Girivalam dates for 2025-2026. 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 2025
January
Jan 13, 2025
Pausha Purnima
February
Feb 12, 2025
Magha Purnima
March
Mar 14, 2025
Holi Purnima
April
Apr 13, 2025
Chaitra Purnima
May
May 12, 2025
Buddha Purnima
June
Jun 11, 2025
Vat Purnima
July
Jul 10, 2025
Guru Purnima
August
Aug 9, 2025
Shravana Purnima
September
Sep 7, 2025
Bhadrapada Purnima
October
Oct 6, 2025
Sharad Purnima
November
Nov 5, 2025
Kartik Purnima
December
Dec 4, 2025
Margashirsha Purnima
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)
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
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