Blogs — Aani Thirumanjanam
Aani Thirumanjanam 2026: Date, Aani Uthira Darisanam, Chidambaram Nataraja Temple & Significance
Among all the sacred festivals celebrated in Tamil Nadu, Aani Thirumanjanam holds a unique and exalted position in the hearts of Shiva devotees. This grand festival is dedicated to Lord Nataraja, the Cosmic Dancer, and is celebrated with immense devotion at the renowned Thillai Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram. In 2026, Aani Thirumanjanam will be observed on 22 June 2026 (Monday). The festival culminates with the sacred Maha Abhishekam of Lord Nataraja and the highly auspicious Aani Uthira Darisanam, attracting thousands of devotees from across India and around the world. For devotees, Aani Thirumanjanam is not merely a temple festival. It is...
