Introduction
The sacred town of Tirupati is the abode of Lord Venkateswara. Tirupati means "Lord of Lakshmi". The hill close to the town of Tirupati is 'Tirumala' or the "sacred hill." The Sri Venkateswara temple here in Tirupati is believed to be the richest and busiest temple in the world. The awe-inspiring idol of the Lord of the Seven Hills, is situated in the main temple complex of Tirumala.
Historical Background of Tirupati
Tirupati is believed to be the home of the sacred deity Lord Venkateshwara and has an interesting historical background. According to legend the Venkatam hill is the abode of the deity Garuda. In fact Tirupati and Tirumala also find a mention in the Puranas.
Tourist Attractions in Tirupati
On the banks of Swami Pushkarini is the Sri Varahaswami Temple in Tirumala, Tirupati. Ideally devotes should visit Sri Varahaswami temple before Sri Venkateswara temple. The idol of Sri Varahaswami in Tirumala, Tirupati is that of Adi Varaha. Opposite the Sri Varahaswami temple is the Sri Anjaneyaswami Temple. Sri Anjaneyaswami is believed to be a bestower of boons and a protector from all evils. Swami Pushkarini is believed to cleanse devotees of their sins and bestow temporal prosperity and is a must bathe tank in Tirupati. Sri Govindarajaswami Temple with various sub-temples must be visited while in Tirupati.
Sri Kodandaramaswami Temple dedicated to Sita, Rama and Lakshmana is a must visit and is located in the heart of Tirupati. Sri Kapileswaraswami Temple is the only temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Tirupati. Sri Prasanna Venkateswaraswami Temple consists of a shrine for Anjaneyaswami. For people suffering from chronic diseases praying at this temple is known to do make them healthier.
Sri Chennakesavaswami Temple located in Tallapaka village, Sri Kariya Manikyaswami Temple or Sri Perumala Swami Temple located in Nagiri and Sri Annapurna Sameta Kasi Visweswaraswami Temple in the Bugga Agraharam village are some other temples worth visiting
Tour Packages for Tirupati may have extensions to the temple of Sri Padmavathi Devi or Goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Sri Venkateswara at Tiruchanoor/ Alamelumangapuram; Sri Kalyana Venkateswaraswami temple at Srinivasa Mangapuram and Narayanavanam; Sri Veda Narayanaswami temple at Nagalapuram; Sri Venugopalaswami temple at Karvetinagaram et al.
Miscellany
The Navratra and Dussehra festival see innumerable pilgrims flocking to temples in and around Tirupati. Though you may plan your tour of Tirupati anytime of the year the winter months from September to February are the best time to visit.
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