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Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala
Venkateswara · Tirumala, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Also known as Tirupati Balaji, Tirupati Balaji Temple, Tirumala Tirupati Temple, Srivari Temple, తిరుమల వెంకటేశ్వర ఆలయం, తిరుమల శ్రీ వేంకటేశ్వర స్వామి ఆలయం
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About Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala (also called Srivari Temple) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Venkateswara in Tirumala, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh (517504). 8 puja or sevas are listed here, such as Suprabhatam, Thomala Seva, Sahasranama Archana. Other temples nearby include Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Srinivasa Mangapuram (8.3 km), Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple, Kapila Theertham, Tirupati (8.5 km) and Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati (9.5 km).
Hill shrine of Venkateswara at Tirumala, among the most visited pilgrimage sites in India.
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala timings
| Suprabhatam | Every day | 3:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
|---|---|---|
| Thomala Seva | Every day | 3:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Koluvu and Panchanga Sravanam | Every day | 4:00 AM – 4:15 AM |
| Sahasranama Archana (First Archana; on some days 04:00-04:30) | Every day | 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM |
Pujas and sevas at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala
Significance
Devotees come for darshan of Venkateswara (Srinivasa, Balaji), offer hair as a vow (tonsure at Kalyana Katta) and take the laddu prasadam. The annual Brahmotsavam in September-October (Bhadrapada/Asvayuja) with its Garuda Seva and the Vaikuntha Ekadasi (December-January), when the Vaikuntha Dwaram is opened, draw the largest crowds. Daily rituals begin with Suprabhatam at about 3:00 AM and end with Ekanta Seva late at night.
History
The shrine is praised in early Tamil Alvar hymns and is counted among the 108 Divya Desams. A well-known early endowment is that of the Pallava queen Samavai, who gifted jewels and land to fund festivals; it is usually dated to 966 CE, though some accounts give a different date, so the year is disputed. The temple received support from the Cholas, Pandyas and local chiefs, and grew most in wealth and size under the Vijayanagara kings. Krishnadevaraya, who visited seven times, made major gifts in the early 16th century, including gold used to gild the Ananda Nilayam vimana over the sanctum, and copper statues of him and his consorts Tirumala Devi and Chinna Devi stand in the Pratima Mandapam. TTD was constituted under the TTD Act of 1932 (Madras Act XIX of 1933, sources cite both years) and has run the temple since.
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What are the darshan timings of Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala?
Suprabhatam (Every day): 3:00 AM – 3:30 AM; Thomala Seva (Every day): 3:30 AM – 4:00 AM; Koluvu and Panchanga Sravanam (Every day): 4:00 AM – 4:15 AM; Sahasranama Archana (First Archana; on some days 04:00-04:30) (Every day): 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple before travelling.
Where is Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala and how do I reach it?
Venkatadri hill, Tirumala, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, 517504. 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 Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala?
Suprabhatam (No published price), Thomala Seva (No published price), Sahasranama Archana (No published price), Kalyanotsavam (No published price), Arjitha Brahmotsavam (No published price), Unjal Seva (No published price).
Is there a dress code at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala?
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 Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala?
Mobile phones: Mobile phones, cameras and electronic devices are not allowed in the queue lines or temple; deposit them at the cloakroom counters.. Photography: Photography is not allowed inside the temple..
Which deity is worshipped at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala?
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala is dedicated to Venkateswara.
Which temples are near Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala?
Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Srinivasa Mangapuram (8.3 km away), Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple, Kapila Theertham, Tirupati (8.5 km away), Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati (9.5 km away), Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanoor (14 km away), Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Appalayagunta (21 km away).
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