The Best Spots to Visit in Tirupati
Sri Venkateswara Temple
Dedicated to Sri Venkateswara who is believed to have appeared in the area to save mankind from the trials and troubles of Kali Yuga, the Sri Venkateswara Temple is the most visited pilgrimage site in Tirupati and a landmark Vaishnavite temple.
It is located on the seventh peak of the Tirumala Hills called Venkatadri and near the south of Sri Swarni Pushkarini, a holy water tank.
The temple built in Dravidian architectural style sits on 2.2 acres of land and features an eight-feet statue of Lord Venkateswara standing under a gold gilded dome called the Ananda Nilaya Divya Vimana.
Srivari Mettu
Pilgrims who want to visit the temple of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala take the Srivari Mettu. This route is 20 kilometers from the city of Tirupati and the trek from the bottom is said to cover about 2.1 kilometers.
It is said that Lord Venkateswara himself travelled this route to reach Tirumala from Srinivasa Mangapuram, which is why it is popular to pilgrims. The trek to the top usually takes 2-3 hours with 2,388 steps to conquer.
Talakona Waterfalls
Located 49 kilometeres from Tirupati, Talakona Waterfalls is believed to be the main entrance to Tirumala Hills. It is the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh with water dropping at 270 feet.
Residents in the area believe that water from the falls have medicinal properties, which is why it attracts local and foreign tourists who come to visit the temples in Tirupati.
Things to Do in Tirupati
Experience the Wonder of Silathoranam
Pilgrims who visit the Tirumala Hills never fail to stop by Silathoranam, a natural formation of two rock columns meeting in the air to form an arch.
This rare natural wonder was discovered by geologists in the 1980s and is one of only two of its kind in the world. If you want to experience this natural formation, book Tirupati holiday packages now.
Go Shopping in Bazaar Street
The vibrant Bazaar Street is a must-visit place for some retail therapy in Tirupati. Its lanes are home to stores that sell everything from handicraft items to fancy gift products.
You can also indulge in authentic Indian food at the many street food joints in the area.
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