Annamalaiyar Unnamalai Amman Paper Mache Golu Bommai Pair - 14 X 11.5 Inches | Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Gombe
• Radiate Divine Union and Sacred Flame with the Annamalai Unnamalai Golu Bommai Set – Paper Mache Pair
• Celebrate the cosmic marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati through this traditional Annamalai Unnamalai Golu doll set made of painted paper mache.
• This elegant Golu bommai features Lord Annamalai (Arunachaleswarar) and Goddess Unnamalai (Apithakuchambal) seated together in divine union, symbolizing the merging of Shiva’s formless truth with Shakti’s manifest grace.
• Perfect for adorning the top tier of your kolu bommai steps, this pair brings the sacred energy of Arunachala Hill and the Tiruvannamalai temple into your home.
• A powerful centerpiece among Dassara dolls, this Golu doll pair resonates with spiritual strength, inner transformation, and divine love.
• Add timeless grace to your Golu bommai collection with this striking representation of Shiva-Shakti—a must-have among kolu bommai arrangements for Navaratri.
• Whether you're beginning a Golu tradition or enhancing your current dassara dolls display, this divine couple inspires devotion and serenity.
• This paper mache Golu doll is ideal for devotees of Tiruvannamalai, spiritual seekers, and anyone who reveres the eternal bond of Lord Shiva and Parvati.
• Available from Giri, along with a wide collection of Golu bommai, plastic steps, spiritual figurines, and festive accessories.
Symbolism & Significance
Symbolism of Annamalai and Unnamalai
Lord Annamalai, also known as Arunachaleswarar, represents the cosmic pillar of fire—symbolizing knowledge, detachment, and supreme consciousness. Goddess Unnamalai is the divine mother, the compassionate aspect of Shakti, offering nourishment, protection, and spiritual grace. Together, they represent the perfect union of Purusha (spirit) and Prakriti (matter). Placing this Golu doll pair in your Golu bommai setup invites spiritual elevation, inner clarity, and divine presence.
Significance within Golu Tradition
During Navaratri, the kolu bommai steps become a sacred stage for celebrating divine narratives. The Annamalai Unnamalai Golu doll embodies marital harmony, balance between Shiva and Shakti, and the sacredness of devotion. This Dassara dolls pair is typically placed on the uppermost tier of the Golu display to honor their spiritual prominence. Including this Golu bommai reflects not only devotion but also your family's deep connection to divine energies.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri is a time to honor the divine feminine and her union with the divine masculine. Golu doll displays become storytelling altars that teach and inspire.
• Traditionally arranged in 3, 5, 7, or 9 tiers, kolu bommai steps are filled with Dassara dolls of gods, goddesses, saints, and scenes from daily life.
• This Annamalai Unnamalai Golu doll creates a devotional focus, ideal for spiritual contemplation and family prayer gatherings.
• Friends and relatives visiting your Golu display will be drawn to the spiritual energy and visual beauty of this divine couple.
The Legend of Annamalai and Unnamalai
The legend of Annamalai and Unnamalai, deeply intertwined with the Arunachala (Annamalai) hill and the Annamalaiyar Temple in Tiruvannamalai, tells of Lord Shiva and Parvati's divine play and subsequent penance. Goddess Parvati, playfully closing Lord Shiva's eyes on Mount Kailash, plunged the world into darkness. To atone, she performed penance in Thiruvannamalai, where Shiva appeared as a column of fire on the hill. He then merged with Parvati to form Ardhanarishwara, the half-male, half-female form. The hill itself is revered as a manifestation of Shiva, known as Arunachala (meaning "red mountain"). The temple, at the foot of the hill, is named after the hill and the deity, with the Goddess known as Unnamalai Amman.
History of Golu – A Royal Tradition Turned Cultural Heritage
The kolu bommai tradition, known as Bommai Golu in Tamil, Bommala Koluvu in Telugu, and Bombe Habba in Kannada, began in the Vijayanagara Empire (14th–16th century).
• In royal courts, Golu doll displays narrated epics and honored deities during Navaratri.
• Nayaka and Maratha rulers expanded the practice by using Dassara dolls to depict both religious and social scenes.
• Over time, this art form became a cherished part of family traditions across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.
• Today, arranging kolu bommai is an act of devotion, artistic expression, and intergenerational storytelling—curated primarily by women with great joy and reverence.
Invite Sacred Balance into Your Home this Navaratri
Add the Annamalai Unnamalai Golu doll set to your Golu display and let their divine union bless your home with peace, clarity, and spiritual strength. This radiant kolu bommai pair will become a treasured highlight of your dassara dolls collection.
Care Instructions
• Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Clean with a soft, dry cloth to preserve detailing.
• Wrap gently in cloth or paper when storing post-season.
