Preparations for Deepam begin long before the start of the Festival. This year a new Theepal has been created -- i.e. a float for the Gods to enjoy the last four days of the Festival on the waters of the Ayyakulam Tank (in front of the Arunagirinathar Temple).
There are also lights to put up all around the Arunachaleswarar Temple and touch ups and repaintings of the various Gods and Vahanas that will be used during the upcoming Festival.
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| Preparing for the new Theepal, Ayyakulam Tank |
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| Ayyakulam Tank in front of Arunagirinathar Temple |
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| Blessings of new Theepal at Ayyakulam Tank |
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| Completed Theepal for 2014 Karthigai Arunachala Deepam Festival |
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| Decorating the Gopurams with electric display |
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| Installing Lights throughout Arunachaleswarar Temple |
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| Painting and touch-ups of the Gods and their Vahanas |
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| Statues stored, newly painted; awaiting the 2014 Deepam Festival |
