Arunachala and the Inner Path
Arunachala and the Inner Path are primary features of this blog. This includes detailed descriptions and photo essays for each section of the Inner Path, as well as places that are rarely visited by those who walk this path.
Arunachala's Inner Path
Map developed from Google Earth satellite photos.
Inner Path Map (new)
Arunachala’s Special Features
Caves of Arunachala provides details on the 18 caves we have found so far on Arunachala
Arunachala Inner Path (click on item to view)
Inner Path – South Side from Ramanasramam
Walking to Skandashram
Arunachala – New Access to Ramana Sites Below Virupaksha Cave
Walking to Virupaksha Cave
Mango Tree Cave
Inner Path – Around Parvati Hill
A Path Across Arunachala
Holy Feet
Kattu Siva Cave
Kattu Siva Meditation Perch
Kattu Siva path Renewal – Part 1
Kattu Siva path Renewal – Part 2
Adi Annamalai
Under the loving gaze of The Elephant
Repairing Tanks Around Arunachala
Exploring the north side of Arunachala
Naga Shrine near the Inner Path
Inner Path – to Panchiamman Koil
East Side – Panchiamman Koil to Arunachaleswara Temple
Palamaram Temple and Cave
Wedding Cave
Climbing to Seven Springs
Arunachaleswara Temple
Notes on pradakshina (or girivalam):
- Bring at least one litre of water per person (two if walking when it is hot).
- Shoes are best for most people.
Ramana said, when asked, “I already wear one set of dead leather (meaning the body). What does another one matter?”
The path is rough on most feet. If your feet hurt you will not pay much attention to Arunachala.
- Quiet walking is best.
- Take the time to notice Arunachala. It changes as you walk around it.
