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Sri Venkateswara Swamy Vaari Temple
Tirumala, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
Temple History
The Tirumala Temple, a revered Hindu shrine, is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu. Its origins are ancient, with evidence suggesting it was established around 300 A.D. The temple has been patronized by numerous dynasties, including the Pallavas, Cholas, and the Vijayanagara Empire. The most significant contributions were made by the Vijayanagara emperor Krishnadevaraya, who donated vast amounts of gold and jewels, funding the construction of the Ananda Nilayam (the gilded inner sanctum).
Key Information
- Presiding Deity: Lord Venkateswara (Bala Ji)
- Established: Believed to be from 300 A.D.
- Management: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Board
- Darshan Timings: Generally 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Varies based on rituals)
Sevas and Poojas
The temple performs numerous daily, weekly, and periodical sevas. Bookings are highly recommended and can be done online via the official TTD website.
| Seva Name | Timings |
|---|---|
| Suprabhatham | 3:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Thomala Seva | 3:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Archana | 4:00 AM – 4:30 AM |
| Kalyanotsavam | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM |
| Ekantha Seva | 9:30 PM – 10:00 PM |
Location Map
Accommodation & Prasadam
Accommodation: TTD provides extensive accommodation facilities in Tirumala, ranging from free choultries to paid guest houses. It is advisable to book well in advance through the TTD portal.
Prasadam: The ‘Tirupati Laddu’ is a world-renowned prasadam, which has a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is distributed to every devotee after darshan. The temple also runs a massive free food service called ‘Nitya Annadanam’.