Tirupati, one of the ancient town in Andhra Pradesh and it is southern part at end of the state of Andhra Pradesh. This is the place famous Hindu shrines, Thousands of devotees visited daily all-around the world and the temple has many names because all regions of people will visited to temple they called as their own names for instance sri venkateswara temple, Balaji temple, Srinivasa Temple, Gouvinda temple etc. It has many names in Tirupati there more places to visit by devotees and also many historic places and science centers, hotels, parks and zoo etc. make you happy and exited, there are 15 places were people(devotees) must see temples in Tirupati.
For pilgrimage:
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirupati-
Tirumala temple situated hill town of Tirumla, the Temple is constructed in Dravidian architecture and is believed to be constructed over a period of time starting from 300 AD. The Garbagruha is called AnandaNilayam. Tirumala Hills are part of Seshachalam Hills range. The hills are 853 metres (2,799 ft) above sea level. It is the one of the richest temples in the world in terms of donations. The temple daily visited about 50,000 to 100,0000 pilgrims daily (30 to 50 millions people on average annually).while on special occasions and festivals, like the annual Brahmotsavam, the number of pilgrims shoots up to 500,000, making it the most-visited holy place in the world.
Timings: 02:30 am – 01:30 am
Darshan Fee: Free (Sarva Darshan), ₹ 300 (Special Darshan), ₹ 500 (VIP Darshan)
Seva Fee: Starts at ₹ 25
Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati
One of The biggest temple building in Tirupati, Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple was built in 1130 AD by Saint Ramanuja.The Dravidian-style architecture of this seven-storied Vaishanvite temple is a beautiful sight to behold. The Dravidian-style architecture of this seven-storied Vaishanvite temple is a beautiful sight to behold. The Dravidian-style architecture of this seven-storied Vaishanvite temple is a beautiful sight to behold. According to legends, He residing deity efficiently utilized King Kubera’s wealth to conduct the glorious wedding of his younger brother Lord Venkateswara and Padmavathi Ammavaru.
Timings: 05:00 am – 12:30 pm; 01:15 pm – 04:45 pm; 06:00 pm – 09:30 p
Darshan Fee: Free (Sarva Darshan), ₹ 5 (Special Darshan), ₹ 20 (Quick Darshan)
Seva Fee: ₹ 10
Srivari Padala Mandapam, Tirupati
Srivari Padala temple at top of the hill must visited every devotees for offering a their wishes to Loard Venkateswara and this take route to steps Tirumala. A unique sight at this temple is the huge padukas (footwear) offered by the pilgrims to the presiding deity.
Timings: 05:00 am – 08:00 pm
Darshan Fee: Free
Seva Fee: ₹ 5 (Padala Seva), ₹ 10 (Ekantha Seva), ₹ 20 (Abhishekam)
Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tirupati
The consort of Loard Venkateswara called Sri Padmavathi Ammavaru and she had a temple Padmavathi Ammavari temple devotees believe that they will get her divine.
Timings: 05:00 am – 09:00 pm
Darshan Fee: Free
Seva Fee: ₹ 25 onwards
Sri Kapliswaraswamy Temple, Tirupati
Sri kapilawaraswamy temple also called kapila theertham, saint kapiliswara he is a huge devotee of Lord siva,swamy kapiliswara meditate infront of idol Lord siva. The Shiva lingam at this temple is considered as self-manifested. so this temple is one of the 108 scared theerthams in Tirumala and this is the only temple of lord Siva in Tirumala, the water fall considered as tears and devotees believe that if that drop of water fall on head it rid off their sins.
Timings: 05:00 am – 08:00 pm
Srikalahasti Temple, Tirupati
Kalahastri temple is best known for dedicated south India temple for Loard Siva, Carved out of a monolithic hill, this ancient shrine is famous for being one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams, where His Divine is worshipped as a personification of five nature elements; Air in this case.
deepam (vavu lynga ) flickers day and night without any air believe that Avudeva presence.
Timings: 06:00 am – 09:00pm
Talakona Waterfalls, Tirupati
Thalakona is highest waterfall 80 meters this is the highest in country and all devotees believe that it has a medical values and healing properties in the water, located inside Sri Venkateswara Nationalpark, the surrounding area is a dense forest with rich flora and fauna and was declared a biosphere reserve in 1989.
Akasaganga Theertham, Tirupati
Akasaganga theertham is very close to sri venkateswara swamy temple on the hill every devotee used to visit a this Akasaganga for holy water which is beliving that dip of water can rid of their sins. The water come from Lords Abhishakam. The captivating views at this site are sure to attract every nature lover.
TTD Gardens, Tirupati
TTD has 450 acers of land and having ornamental , flowers and landscapes which 500 kgs of flowers supply for temples in Tirumala inside and out everyday. There are 200 verities of flowers in gardens and they maintain nurseries for it and there are many ponds and green fields for family free time. A natural formation rock in park which makes your campus confuse to show right direction.
Timings: 06:00 am – 06:00 pm
Silathoranam, Tirupati
Silathoranam, a unique and mysterious attraction near Tirumala, is one of the three natural rock arches in the world. The formation is 3 meters high and 8 meters wide and looks similar to the hood of a serpent, discus and conch. It is believed to be the source of the idol of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala Temple as both are of same height. These rocks date back to the pre-Cambrian era, which means they are almost 1.5 billion years old.
Timings : 09:00am - 03:00pm
Papavinasanam Dam, Tirupati
Every one believe that dip of water from this dam rid off the sins and this is the best place to visit in tirupati for enjoy their time and spend with friends and families with beautiful scenery.
Srivari Museum, Tirupati
The people who want to know the history of temple and Tirumala. The museum displays the history of the temple at Tirumala when it was in the initial phase of development. The scriptures, photographs, artifacts and sculptures, all depict the history of the temple. The museum is open to visitors throughout the year.
Timings: 08:00 am – 08:00 pm
Entry Fee: Free
Chandragiri, Tirupati
Chandragiri is an ancient town which once served as the 4th capital of Vijayanagara dynasty. The town is famous for the 11th-century Chandragiri Fort, which is built on a massive rock and stands at a height of 183 meters. The fort encompasses eight temples, the Rani Mahal, and other structures that are in ruins. The Raja Mahal is transformed into an archaeological museum, wherein you can see some of the finest artifacts from Vijayanagara architecture. The sound and light show organized here in Telugu and English is quite impressive.
Visiting tirupati is very joyful with blessings of lord Venkateswara and know about lot ancient history of vijayanagara and also have fun with natural flora and fauna.
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