| States of
India-Andhra
Pradesh-
Tirupati |
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Introduction :
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The holy city of Tirupathi in south east Andhra Pradesh ranks high on the
pilgrimage circuit. The abode of Lord Venkateshwara, Tirupathi is home
to the world's richest and arguably the most exquisite temple. It is
situated in the Palkonda Hills, reached by a drive through beautiful
landscape. The vimana is completely covered with gold plate and this is
known as Ananda Nilayam. The statues of Krishnadevaraya and his consort
can be seen in the temple. The Brahmostavam or annual festival is
celebrated in September. Akasaganga Waterfalls,Papanasam Waterfalls,
Varahaswamy Temple, Perumallapalli. |
| Area |
860 meters |
| Temperature |
Summer : Max 43 °C, Min 22.3
°C.
Winter : Max 32°C, Min 14.9 °C. |
| Language |
Telugu, English |
| STD Code |
08574 |
| Rainfall |
592 mm. |
| Best Time to Visit |
Throughout the year |
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How to get there :
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Air: Tirupati is connected by Vayudoot Services with Hyderabad.
Rail: Connected by rail with Hyderabad, Madras, Madurai, Puri.
Road: Ahobolam- 272 kms, Bangalore- 248 kms, Horsley Hill-145 kms,
Hyderabad- 617 kms, Kalahasti- 36 kms, Lepakshi- 379 kms, Madras- 151 kms,
Srisailam- 436 kms, Vijayawada- 380 kms.
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Places to Visit : |
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Sri Venkateswara Temple |
Sri Govindrajaswamy Temple |
Sri Kapileswaraswami Temple |
Tiruchanur |
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Sri Kodandaramaswami Temple |
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Excursions : |
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Chandragiri |
Sri Kalahasthi |
AgastyaswamyTemple |
Kalyani Dam |
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Horsley Hills |
Nagalapuram |
Kailasakona Waterfalls |
Narayanavanam |
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Shopping : |
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The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam produces, distributes and markets the
cassettes in video & audio formats of Vedas, Sankirtanas, Pravachanams.
In Tirupati works on Woodcarving, Paper pulps, Kalamkari are available
along with Whitewood toys. Traditional Tanjore style Gold leaf Paintings
which are done up at Madanapalli town are also popular in Tirupati
outlets. These paintings have mythological themes as their motifs |
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Accommodations : |
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Hotel Sangam |
Hotel Jennys Residency |
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