- Arunam means sun and denotes the red Colour of fire and “Asalam” means Giri.
- Thus Arunchalam means the holy hill which is red in Colour
- Among the Panchabhoota Linga temples the Arunachala temple represents Agni Lingam.
- The Circumambulation is about 14 kms.
- It is auspicious to perform Girivalam or Giri Pradakshina during every full moon.
- It is believed that even the devatas will perform Pradakshina here.
- Performing Giri Pradakshina will provide peace of mind and good health.
- There are eight lingams located at eight directions an provide Octagonal structure to this town.
- They are Indra Lingam, Agni Lingam, Yama Lingam, Niruthi Lingam, Varuna Lingam, Vayu Lingam, Kubera Lingam and Esanya Lingam.
| Name | Installed by | Navagraha Dominant | Benefits of Worship |
| Indra Lingam | Lord Indra | Sun and Sukhra | Long life and fame |
| Agni Lingam | Lord Agni | Moon | Relief from diseases and fear |
| Yama Lingam | Lord Yama | Sevvai | Longevity of Life Span |
| Niruthi Lingam | Niruthi | Rahu | Health, Wealth and fame |
| Varuna Lingam | Varuna | Shani | Relief from illness |
| Vayu Lingam | Vayu | Kethu | Relief from Heart diseases, Breathing and Stomach Problems |
| Kubera Lingam | Lord Kubera | Guru | Wealth and Improvement in life status |
| Esanya Lingam | Esayana | Budha | Peace of Mind |