Shaiva Siddhanta Temple Study

Kathmandu → Chidambaram

Highlights

• Study the Tamil Shaiva Siddhanta tradition amid the ancient rituals of the Chidambaram Nataraja Temple.
• Hindu Study · 7 days / 6 nights
• Small group, guide-led

Day-by-day itinerary

1. D1

   Day 1: Temple Arrival & Orientation

   Arrive in Chidambaram, settle near the temple complex, witness the evening sandhya aarti, and receive an introduction to the Shaiva Agamas and the concept of Chidambaram Rahasya.

   Chidambaram As per plan

2. D2

   Day 2: Agamic Rituals & Philosophy

   Attend morning abhishekam and observe Agamic puja rituals, study the core Siddhanta triad (Pati, Pasu, Pasa), visit the Shivaganga sacred tank, and evening lecture on the Meykanda Shastras.

   Chidambaram As per plan

3. D3

   Day 3: Devotion & Integration

   Join the dawn Thiruvempavai singing (seasonal), study selected verses from the Tiruvachagam, participate in a guided meditation on Nataraja as cosmic consciousness, and conclude with temple prasadam.

   Chidambaram As per plan

Price includes

• Local storyteller guide
• Stays as per itinerary
• Daily breakfast
• All ground transfers

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