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Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati
Vishnu · Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Also known as Govindarajaswamy Temple, Govindaraja Perumal Temple, శ్రీ గోవిందరాజ స్వామి ఆలయం
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About Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati
Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati (also called Govindarajaswamy Temple) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu in Tirupati, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh (517501). 4 puja or sevas are listed here, such as Suprabhatam, Unjal Seva, Pournami Garuda Seva. Other temples nearby include Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple, Kapila Theertham, Tirupati (3.0 km), Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanoor (4.4 km) and Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala (9.5 km).
Large 12th-century temple in the heart of Tirupati town dedicated to Govindaraja, a reclining form of Vishnu, consecrated by Ramanujacharya. It is run by TTD.
Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati timings
| Suprabhatam | Every day | 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM |
|---|---|---|
| Unjal Seva | Every day | 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
Pujas and sevas at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati
Significance
Devotees regard Govindaraja as the elder brother of Lord Venkateswara and visit the temple as part of the Tirupati circuit. The annual Brahmotsavam (around May-June) and the float festival (Teppotsavam) are the main events, and Garuda Seva is held on every Pournami. The complex also contains a shrine of Parthasarathy.
History
Tradition holds that Ramanuja consecrated the temple in 1130 CE, and the settlement that grew around it became the town of Tirupati. Before Govindaraja became the presiding deity, the shrine centred on Parthasarathy, and some structures in the complex are dated to the 9th-10th centuries. The date and builder of the tall eastern rajagopuram are disputed: one account credits the local chieftain Matla Anantaraja, while others date the outer gopuram to the 14th-15th centuries.
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What are the darshan timings of Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati?
Suprabhatam (Every day): 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM; Unjal Seva (Every day): 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple before travelling.
Where is Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati and how do I reach it?
GS Mada Street, Varadaraja Nagar, near Tirupati railway station, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, 517501. Use the Get directions button on this page or the Darshan Saathi app for the route.
Which pujas and sevas can be done at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati?
Suprabhatam (No published price), Unjal Seva (No published price), Pournami Garuda Seva (Free), Teppotsavam (No published price).
Is there a dress code at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati?
Traditional Indian attire is expected: dhoti or kurta-pyjama / trousers with shirt for men, saree or salwar kameez with dupatta for women; shorts and casual western wear are discouraged.
Are mobile phones and photography allowed at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati?
Photography: Photography is not allowed inside the sanctum..
Which deity is worshipped at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati?
Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati is dedicated to Vishnu.
Which temples are near Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati?
Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple, Kapila Theertham, Tirupati (3.0 km away), Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanoor (4.4 km away), Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala (9.5 km away), Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Srinivasa Mangapuram (9.8 km away), Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Appalayagunta (12 km away).
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