About Brahmotsavam & Cattle Fair:
Among the four Brahmotsavams observed in Thiruvannamalai every year, the one celebrated during the month of Karthikai (November/December) is the most famous. Ornamented deities are mounted and taken out on a procession through the temple town during this yearly event. On the day of Karthikai Deepam this 10-day event comes to an end, when a huge lamp is lit on a cauldron with three tons of ghee at the top of the Annamalai hills. During the Karthikai Deepam festival, the 4-day Cattle Fair is organized, where nearly 20,000 cattle are brought.
General Information about Thiruvannamalai:
Location: Thiruvannamalai
State: Tamil Nadu
Capital: Chennai
Language: Tamil, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 40˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 29˚C, Min 20˚C (winter)
Best Season: November to March
How to Reach Thiruvannamalai:
By Air:
The nearest major airport is Chennai International airport which is located at a distance of about 185 km from Thiruvannamalai. Chennai is well air connected to other major airports in India and abroad. Taxi services are available from the airport t holy town of Thiruvannamalai. Taxi fare to cover the distance from Chennai to Thiruvannamalai is about Rs. 2000.
By Rail/Train:
The Thiruvannamalai railhead is just one km away from the heart of the town. It is located in the rail route between Madurai and Tirupati. Regular train services are available from Thiruvannamalai to Madurai.
By Road:
Thiruvannamalai town is well connected by Tamil Nadu Road Transport Corporation buses. Regular and frequent bus services are available from Thiruvannamalai to Madurai, Tirupati and Chennai.