Annamalai Unnamalai Paper Mache Golu Bommai Pair- 13 X 8.5 Inches | Navaratri Gombe/Navratri Decor/Giri Golu Doll
Annamalaiyar Set – Divine Ardhanarishwara Presence in Paper Mache for Your Navaratri Golu
• Welcome the majestic presence of Lord Annamalaiyar and Goddess Unnamulai Amman into your festive steps with this beautifully detailed golu doll set.
• This golu bommai captures the divine couple of Thiruvannamalai—symbolizing union, purity, and the cosmic balance of Shiva and Shakti.
• Add spiritual magnificence to your kolu bommai arrangement with this paper mache set, hand-painted with sacred details drawn from temple traditions.
• A must-have for devotees of Arunachaleswarar, this sacred duo enhances the mythological and devotional depth of your dassara dolls display.
• Place this revered golu doll on your topmost Navaratri step to invoke blessings of marital harmony, spiritual strength, and grace.
• This golu bommai is ideal for temple-themed setups, especially when narrating the stories of Pancha Bhootha Sthalams or Shaivite legends.
• This kolu bommai reflects divine love and the powerful feminine energy of Goddess Parvati as Unnamulai Amman, alongside Lord Shiva in his Annamalai form.
• Available exclusively from Giri, alongside a wide range of golu bommai, plastic steps, pooja accessories, and traditional kolu bommai sets for Navaratri.
Symbolism & Significance
The Annamalaiyar Set represents Shiva and Parvati in their eternal form worshipped at Thiruvannamalai—home of the sacred Arunachala hill. This golu doll stands as a symbol of the cosmic masculine and feminine principles, fire (Agni) among the five elements, and the power of divine union. Within your kolu bommai, this couple brings strength, love, and blessings for spiritual elevation and household prosperity.
Significance within Golu Tradition
In the sacred tableau of dassara dolls, the Annamalaiyar set is revered for its potent Shaivite significance. During Navaratri, families display such divine couples to symbolize the union of energies and to honor South India’s powerful temple traditions. Including this golu bommai honors the glory of the Annamalai Deepam and the legacy of the Agni Sthalam. It also inspires storytelling about sacred geography, divine romance, and the power of penance.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri is a time to celebrate Shakti, wisdom, and sacred stories through traditional golu doll displays arranged in odd-numbered steps.
• This paper mache Annamalaiyar set holds special prominence in themed kolu bommai arrangements that feature Pancha Bhootha Sthalams and temple icons.
• Include this golu bommai alongside Deepa Aradhanai, Karthigai Deepam, or Arunachala-themed dolls to tell the spiritual story of Thiruvannamalai.
• Visitors and devotees will connect deeply with this element of your dassara dolls, reflecting reverence for one of the most sacred Shaivite sites.
The Divine Legend of Annamalaiyar and Unnamulai Amman – The Sacred Fire of Arunachala
Once, in a divine debate between Brahma and Vishnu, both claimed superiority. To test them, Lord Shiva appeared as an infinite pillar of fire—Annamalai (Arunachala). Vishnu took the form of a boar and delved deep into the earth, while Brahma became a swan and flew upwards. Neither could find the beginning nor the end of this radiant form. Shiva then emerged from the flame, declaring that arrogance must surrender to truth.
Later, Goddess Parvati desired to unite with Shiva. To prove her devotion, she performed penance in Thiruvannamalai under a mango tree. Her fierce energy (Ugra Shakti) was transformed into peaceful grace as she bathed in the sacred Brahma Teertham. Shiva appeared as Annamalaiyar, and Parvati as Unnamulai Amman—joining as divine consorts.
To this day, the Karthigai Deepam festival celebrates this story—where a huge flame is lit atop the Arunachala hill, visible for miles, symbolizing Shiva’s infinite form as light. Worshipping Annamalaiyar and Unnamulai is said to grant liberation, fulfillment in relationships, and spiritual clarity.
Celebrate Navaratri with the Radiance of Arunachala
Honor the sacred union of Shiva and Shakti with the Annamalaiyar Set golu doll, a powerful centerpiece for your kolu bommai. Among your dassara dolls, let their divine energy radiate love, devotion, and spiritual awakening.
