Annamalaiyar and Unnamalai are the deities of the Annamalaiyar Temple in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. Annamalaiyar, a form of Lord Shiva, is worshipped as the embodiment of the Arunachala hill, symbolizing the element of fire. His consort, Goddess Unnamalai (also known as Parvati), represents Shakti, the divine feminine power. Together, they signify the union of power and energy in this sacred place, drawing devotees who seek spiritual growth and liberation. The temple is also famous for the annual Karthigai Deepam festival.
