Tirupati Travel Guide
Tirupati town is 67-km from Chittoor in Chittoor district, the southern
portion of Andhra Pradesh . The most important place of interest at the
place is the historic shrine of Sri Venkateswara, the Lord of Seven
Hills, who is famous all over the country. The ancient and sacred temple
of Sri Venkateswara is located on the seventh peak, Venkatachala
(Venkata Hill) of the Tirupati Hill, and lies on the southern banks of
Sri Swami Pushkarini.It is by the Lord's presidency over Venkatachala,
that He has received the appellation, Venkateswara (Lord of the Venkata
Hill). He is also called the Lord of the Seven Hills.
Getting There:
Road : Tirupati is located 547kms from Hyderabad. It
is well connected by Road.
Rail : Tirupati is located 547kms from Hyderabad. It
is well connected by Rail.
Air : Tirupati,Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore Airports.
Tourist Attractions:
Tirupati Balaji
The temple of Tirupati Balaji in south India is one of the most revered
and sacred shrines in the country. Millions of devotees visit the temple
to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu, who is the patron deity of the
temple. The peaceful environs of the temple make the place look more
beautiful.The temple complex is large and spacious, surrounded by the
Tirumalai range. The stone Gopuram appears different with celestial
figures and statues. Inside, the pillars, doorways, and the Vimana of
the main shrine are plated with gold. Besides this it is a massive
rectangular bathing ghat, enclosed on all four sides by stone steps
leading down to the water. A wide street runs around the entire complex.
Kailasanatha Kana
Don't miss the lovely Kailasanatha Kona natural waterfall in the valley
of Nagari Hill near Puttur. It is believed that a batch at this mineral
rich waterfall, has curative effects.
Horsley Hills
Looking for a quiet end to your holiday? Stop by at Horsley Hills,
located at an altitude of 1265 mts. The delightfully cool hills are
named after W.D. Horsley - a one time collector of Cuddapah District,
who chose this spot as his summer residence. Groves of teak, red
sanders, eucalyptus, gulmohar, and enchant you.
Sri Kalahasti
There's nothing like a good story to add flavour to your tour. Close to
Tirupati, is the sacred shrine of Vayu the wind God at Kalahasti town.
There's a legend that the Linga here was worshipped by a spider (Sri), a
snake (Kala) and an elephant (Hasti). And that's how Sri Kalahasti got
its name.
Tirumala Raya Mandapam
The Mandapam has a typical complex of pillars in the Vijayanagara
style, with a central pillar surrounded by smaller pillars, some of
which emit musical notes when struck with a stone. The main pillars have
rearing horses with warriors mounted on them. Some of the best
sculptures of the temple are found in bold relief in the Mandapam. The
bronze statues of Todermallu, his mother Matha Mohana Devi and wife
Pitha Bibi, are kept in a corner of the Mandapam.
The Aina Mahal
The Aina Mahal is on the northern side of the Tirumala Raya Mandapam.
It consists of two parts - an open mandapam in the front consisting of
six rows comprising six pillars each, and a shrine behind it consisting
of an Antarala and Garbhagriha. It has large mirrors which reflect
images in an infinite series. There is an unjal in the middle of the
room in which the Lord is seated and festivals conducted.
