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ABOUT
TIRUPATI
Tirupati, at the foothills of
tirumala, is the abode of the Lord Venkateswara one of the most venerated
shrines in India. One of the oldest temples, it was patronised by Pallavas,
Cholas, Pandyas and Vijayanagara kings. This place is also mentioned is the
Sastras, puranas and the Sthalamahattyas
Altitude 150 m. 860m.
Best Season Throughout the Year.
Temparature (deg C) Summer : Max. 43 Deg.C. Min 22.3 Deg.C. Winter : Max.
32 Deg.C. Min 14.9 Deg.C
PLACES TO SEE
Horsely Hills
The famous hill resort in Andhra Pradesh is 144 km from Tirupati. Situated at an
altitude of 1265 mts., Horsely Hills are delightfully cool and beautiful. The
nearest railhead to Horsely Hills is Madanapalle Road, 43 kms., from the spot.
Horsley hills is an ideal place to visit to beat the heat of summer. It has a
maximum temperature of 32c and a minimum of 20c in summer. The fresh and
unadulterated air, the beautiful landscape with lush green vegetation ensures a
perfect peace of mind and heavenly bliss. As one proceeds towards the hills one
comes across the trees of Rita, Shikakai, Amla, Beedi, Bay leaves, Sandalwood,
Red sanders, Mahogany and Bamboo. Besides, there are also forest denizens like
bears, wild dogs, jungle fowls, Sambar and Panthers.
Chandragiri Fort
Located just 20 kms off Tirupati, Chandragiri Fort is a living testimony to the
greatness of the Vijayanagara empire. Built on a huge rock about 56 mts. high,
the fort has the remains of palaces and temples of the Vijayanagar era.
The massive fort in Chandragiri is built on a huge rock about 56 mt high. The
fort has palaces and temples. These royal and religious structures are
impressive and attractive with their towers, arcades, gopuras and verandahs.
Lepakshi
Lepakshi houses the famous Veerabhadra temple and the astounding monolothic
Nandi, that has come to symbolize not only the Shaivite culture in South India
but also the very cultural heritage of Andhra Pradesh. Easily accessible from
Tirupati, this religious centre of the finest temple architecture and paintings.
Puttaparthi
Prasanthi Milayam, the main ashram of Shri Sathya Sai Baba, is in Puttaparthi.
Sai Baba's followers are predominantly Indian but he also has many western
devotees, among them the founder of the Hard Rock Cafe franchise. Known as the
Adobe of highest Peace, the ashram is spacious and beautiful with good food and
accommodation Sai Baba spends most of the year here
Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple
Sri Padmavathi is the goddess of abundance and prosperity. This temple is down
the hill from the main temple. There are images of Lord Hanuman the monkey god,
Lord Krishna and others in the white pillared hall.
Sila Thoranam
Sila Thoranam is a natural rock formation, few kilometers up the hill from the
temple. It is the only one of its kind in Asia. It is believed to be the place,
where the deity Lord Venkateshwara descended to earth. There are rock
impressions of foot and wheel behind the arch. According to the mythology, the
foot belongs to Lord Vishnu.
Narayanagiri
The highest point on Tirumala is called Narayanagiri. From here, you can have a
panoramic view of the landscape.
Padmavathi Temple
At the foot of the Tirumala Hill stands the more modest Padmavathi Ammavari
Temple, dedicated to the consort of Venkateshwara. Unlike most Hindu temples
where the spouses are worshipped together, in Tirupathi Venkateshwara and
Padmavathi have separate homes. It is said that one's pilgrimage to Tirupathi is
complete only after visiting both the temples.
TRAVEL INFO
Air :The nearest airport is at Renigunta(15 kms) Tirupati is connected by
air with Hyderabad, Chennai and Banglore.
Rail :Tirupati is connected by rail with Hubbi, Hyderabad, Chennai,
Kolhapur , Mumbai, Puri, Tiruchirapalli, Varanasi and Vijayawada.
Road: Tirupati is linked with important cities like Hyderabad (617),
Banglore(248), Chennai(151 km), Vijayawada(380 km) and Lepakshi (379 km).
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