Tirupati Temple in Andhra Pradesh India, South India, Shubh Yatra

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	TIRUPATI TEMPLE Location : Border of A.P and Karnataka in Guntur District. Renowned As : Richest Temple in World. Main Diety : Lord Venkateswara. Attractions : Govindarajaswami Temple, Kapila Theertham Tank, Chandragiri Fort.

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Tirupati Temple – World's Richest Hindu Temple

Located at the amazing foothills of Tirumala Hills is one of the most venerated shrines and the richest temple of the world - the Tirupati temple. The Tirupati, the abode of the Lord Venkateswara is one of the oldest temples, and was patronised by Pallavas, Cholas, Pandyas and Vijayanagara kings. One can also find its references in the Sastras, Puranas and the Sthalamahattyas.

Tirumala is situated at the extreme south east of the south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh Indian. The seven hill of the Tirumala range, according to the Puranas, represents the body of the seven serpent - Adisesha Nag on which Lord Vishnu - protector of the world-reclines. The Tirumala Hill is 3200 ft above sea level, and is about 10.33 sq miles in area. The main temple is an excellent example of Indian temple architecture. The shrine id dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Varahaswami. The splendid Vimana over sanctum sanatorium is plated with gold, as Dhwajasthambam or temple, is said to be more ancient.

Apart from being one of the most sacred pilgrimage spot in India, the surroundings of the Tirupati Temple offers a splendid sight that is luxuriant with natural treasure.




	Top 5 Reasons To Visit Tirupati Temple Tirupati Temple is surely amongst the best wonders of India. It is the richest Hindu temple in entire world and is the second most visited pilgrimage destination in the world after Vatican. Among all the Temples of Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati is the most important. It is believed that nearly 60000 pilgrims visit Tirupati Temple everyday and on festival days, the number easily touches the 200000 mark. Be among one of the pilgrims and pray for the blessings of Lord Tirupati. Visit Tirupati Temple during festivals like Vaikuntha Ekadasi, Ram Navami and Janamashtami which are celebrated with huge enthusiasm. However the main festival in Tirupati Temple is the Brahmotsavam which is a nine day festival. It is generally celebrated in the month of September. Built mainly in Dravidian style of architecture, Tirupati Temple has many small shrines situated in different sides of the main shrine which is also the main attraction. The dome of the shrine called 'Ananda Nilayam' is completely coated with gold. Do not forget to take a look at the fascinatingly carved statues of Vijayanagara King Krishnadevaraya and his wife. They are situated in the enclosured called the 'Parakarams'.





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