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Vaikuntha Tirtham Tourist Place

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:14:51 +0000

Tirupati City is located in the southeastern part of Andhra Pradesh State. It lies about 152-km northwest of Chennai in the Palkonda Hills. Tirupati is known as the abode of the Hindu god Venkateshvara (also spelt as ‘Venkatesvara’), “Lord of Seven Hills“. About 10-km northwest of Tirupati, at an elevation of 750m, is the sacred hill of Tirumala, which was considered so holy that before 1870 non-Hindus were not permitted to ascend it.

Swami Pushkarani Tourist Place

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:53:49 +0000

Tirupati is a pilgrimage center of great significance and is visited by hundreds of thousands of pilgrims throughout the year Venkateswara or SrinivasaBalaji as the presiding deity Vishnu is known, is enshrined in this temple, located on a range of the Eastern Ghats, called the Seven Hills.It is an ancient temple and its glory has been sung by the saints of the yesteryears.

Travel to Temple Architecture

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:30:54 +0000

The temple covers an area of about 2 acres. The Sampangi pradakshinam is the outer circumambulatory path, while the inner paths are called Vimana Pradakshinam and the Mukkoti Pradakshinam respectively.

Travel to Swami Pushkarani

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:13:37 +0000

It was my guide who told me that the best time to be in Tirupati Balaji is during ‘ Brahmotsavam‘. Celebrated in the month of September, this fest tends to attract number of tourists . Next time whenever I will plan my trip to Andhra Pradesh, I will keep in mind the festivals held here so that I can view them.

Tourism in Tirupati

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:59:00 +0000

Tirupati City is located in the southeastern part of Andhra Pradesh State. It lies about 152-km northwest of Chennai in the Palkonda Hills. Tirupati is known as the abode of the Hindu god Venkateshvara (also spelt as ‘Venkatesvara’), “Lord of Seven Hills“. About 10-km northwest of Tirupati, at an elevation of 750m, is the sacred hill of Tirumala, which was considered so holy that before 1870 non-Hindus were not permitted to ascend it.

Tirupati Temple

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:41:03 +0000

The temple is located on a hill at Tirumala. It is a conglomeration of seven hills known as Seshachalam or Venkatachalam having an height of 853m (2,800ft.) above the sea level. The temple boasts of a vibrant and colorful culture also speaking volumes about its grand past. It is an important pilgrimage center, where devotees stand for long hours waiting to get a glance of the presiding deity.

Travel to Asthana Mandapam

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:13:22 +0000

There are a good number of attractions to visit during a tour to Tirupati. For starters, the Asthana Mandapam in Tirupati attracts many visitors. It is a spot for carrying out devotional programs, music concerts and bhajans, conducted under the support of Dharma Prachara Parishad.

Tourism in Tirupati

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:12:18 +0000

Tirupati, one of the famous pilgrimage centre is located in the extreme south of Andhra Pradesh. The temple town of Tirupati is situated amidst the thickly-wooded hills in the eastern ghats in the Chittor district of Andhra Pradesh. The Eastern Ghats looks like a snake where Tirumala forms the hood. Tirupati is the town and transport hub at the bottom of the hill. The hill near the temple is known as ‘Tirumala’ or the sacred hill. The Tirumala Hill is 3200 feet above sea level and comprises of seven peaks that represent the seven hoods of Adishesha.

Travel in Tirupati

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:46:34 +0000

India is an ancient country rich in monumental . The famous monuments always merit a visit,because they are the speaking stones of India’s authentic architectural and historical details. Some of the incomparable monuments that form an integral part India’s historical heritage are,the epitome of endless love – Taj Mahal,Qutub Minar,Red Fort,Konark temple,Agra Fort,Ajanta caves,Humayun’s tomb and the walled city .

Temple Architecture

admin — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 07:09:29 +0000

Temple Architecture
The ancient Tirupati temple follows the Dravidian style of architecture. The gopuram of this temple is its highlight. The ‘Vimana’ or Cupola, named the “the Ananda Nilayam” is placed over the sanctum sanctorum. It completely veiled with gold plate.