Welcome to Arunachala

Photography and Tours

I am humbled and blessed to be able to capture Arunachala’s purity, light, beauty, and majesty with my lens, as well as being a facilitator in guiding you through the amazing land of Tiruvannamalai.

Thank you.

Testimonials

This was a very special trip. I've been to many world destinations and Tiruvannamalai, mount Arunachala and Sri Ramanashram totally took me by surprise. Our tour guide Arunachala was incredibly knowledgable and gave us a fantastic week in Tiruvannamalai. We learned about history, culture, Sri Ramana, the mountain and much more. His knowledge about the various temples, Sri Ramana’s life and his knowledge about all the “little known facts” was impressive. Arunachala’s love and devotion to this very special place reflects in his photography. He has the rare gift to capture images of the mountain and bring them to life. Every photo that I have seen of his tells a different story. When looking at his photographs it transforms you back to the mountain and its grace and splendor.
Marion Weinand
All my vacations are made better by an experienced and friendly tour guide mr. Arunachalam who provides me with all the information about the thiruvannamalai Arunachala temples and the history,culture of the region.It is not possible to completely explore this temple and mount Arunachala without a helpful tour guide who knows everything about the place. Me very lucky to have someone like you who was so knowledgeable. My vacation was totally worth the time and money me spent on it because we explored so many places in mount Arunachala. Thank you so much mr. Arunachalam 🙏
Kaali
Arunachalam being born at the feet of the mountain and having an authentic practice himself is the most suited person to guide you through Tiruvannamalai. He gracefully took us into the spirit of this holy place. Kind, experienced, professional and very attentive to our needs. Thank you so much for the experience, you are truly a gifted person.
Ana Maria A.
We were very happy with the tour with Mr.Arunachala at Thiruvannamalai hills, at the temple of Lord Shiva and around town. His knowledge of the place and related history made our experience wonderful. Thank you Mr.Arunachala for your guidance.
Priya
"I was very lucky to first meet Arunachala at Skandasramam, on my first days at that wonderful place! He is a great hearted person, and we immediately became good friends. He kindly guided me through some special and places where I could meditate. It was an unforgettable experience, to be there together with him! Besides, he keeps me in touch with the Holy Hill and its surroundings through the frequent and inspiring pics he takes and shares. Thank you so much, dear Arunachala."
Andre Garcia
My mother and myself were having a pilgrim tour in India. It was our first visit to Tiruvanamalai. We had no guide so we went to the Shiva Temple and after that to Ramana Ashram. My heart was searching for a place on the hill. I had no clue what do. We sat under the trees. I was pondering how to reach up Hill. After 10 minutes I saw a young man in the yard speaking with local people. I was watching him with very deep thought. He gaze turned towards us smiling. He took us to the Skanda Ashram for darshan and it was magical. He had all the patience to wait for me as I wanted to sit and meditate. Arunachala was named by his grandmother who was a devotee of Sri Ramana. In him I feel the presence of Sri Ramana. He loves Tiruvanamalai and likes to help people know the places around with all simplicity. He says that is the only thing he wants to do as a living. He has wonderful pictures of various moods of the Divine Hill Arunachala which he often sends to me as blessings. Even though I am back in my country I feel connected to Tiruvanamalai as he always care to call me to know whether we are ok. I wish Arunachala to be The Light to many people who wishes to visit Tiruvanamalai.
Gaitree Boodhun
Arunachala can make the most beautiful pictures of the holy mountain. In all the pics he can take, we can feel his heart and his soul. His pics are really good professional quality. I recommend him warmly 🙏
Cecilia
This was a very special trip. I've been to many world destinations and Tiruvannamalai, mount Arunachala and Sri Ramanashram totally took me by surprise. Our tour guide Arunachala was incredibly knowledgable and gave us a fantastic week in Tiruvannamalai. We learned about history, culture, Sri Ramana, the mountain and much more. His knowledge about the various temples, Sri Ramana’s life and his knowledge about all the “little known facts” was impressive. Arunachala’s love and devotion to this very special place reflects in his photography. He has the rare gift to capture images of the mountain and bring them to life. Every photo that I have seen of his tells a different story. When looking at his photographs it transforms you back to the mountain and its grace and splendor.
Marion Weinand