Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple

The ‘Srivari’ Temple or the Tirumala Venkateshwara Shrine atop a hillside is amongst the most beautiful Hindu religious places in South India built during the 1200 BC. It is widely popular as one of the richest temples in the world. There are various chambers that house precious ornaments, jewels, silk cloth, flower garlands, sandalwood paste and prasadam of the main deity Lord Balaji and several other Gods enshrined inside the temple precincts.

Location: Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple is situated on the 7th Tirumala hill, near Tirupati, Chitoor district, Andhra Pradesh.

Accessibility: Devotees can reach the Temple via Renigunta railway station in A.P. Air travellers can reach Tirupati via Renigunta airport or from Chennai airport (by hailing private cabs or buses to reach in four hours).

Important Points to Note: There are 4 kinds of darshans. Sarva darshan is for the general public, who are provided free food and drink during their long wait. Then special entry darshan for V.I.P. Special darshan for old aged and physically handicapped. Divya darshan for those who trek on foot through the hills to reach the sanctum.