The presiding deity of the Arunachaleshvarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. One of the Pancha Bhoota Stalams representing the element of fire (Agni). Associated with the legend of Shiva appearing as a pillar of fire. A major Shaiva pilgrimage site.
Linga form. Temple at the foot of Arunachala hill. The Deepam festival celebrates Shiva as the pillar of fire.