Things to do in Tirupati - Destination Guide Tirupati

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Tirupati is situated in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is popular for Sri Venkateswara Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (popularly known as ‘Balaji’ in North India and ‘Govinda’ in South India). The temple is located atop Tirumala hills and the town is nestled at the foothills. The holy city, Tirupati also houses many other temples and monuments. During your stay here, you will hear the enchanting sound of temple bells and melodious mantras, which will calm you and take you on a peaceful journey. It is popular as one of the holiest Hindu cities in the world and is often called the ‘Spiritual Capital’ of Andhra Pradesh. In 2013, the India's Ministry of Tourism named it as the ‘Best Heritage City’. Apart from the main temple, Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, you can also visit other popular places - Gurramkonda Fort, Silathoranam, Sri Varahaswami Temple, Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple, Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park, TTD Gardens, Sri Venugopalaswamy Temple and Sri Venkateswara Museum. If you are interested in learning about Hinduism, you must right away book car rentals in Tirupati and head on a spiritual journey.

Best Time to Visit Tirupati

There is no right time to visit a spiritual place, however, if it the weather that we are talking about then monsoons is the ideal time to visit Tirupati, when the city cools down after hot and humid summers. Don’t worry about your visit getting spoiled because Tirupati only receives mild showers. The winter months are also pleasant in Tirupati, thanks to the lower temperatures. The place can also be visited during the most popular festival of the town, the Brahmotsavam, celebrated in the month of September.

Things to do in Tirupati& Places to Visit in Tirupati

1. Sri Venkateswara Swamy Vaari Temple

The most well-known tourist place and religious attraction in the city is Sri Venkateswara Swamy Vaari Temple. It is situated18 kms from Tirupati, on the Tirumala hilltop. The place is thronged by millions of devotees all along the year to get a glimpse of the 8 feet tall idol of Lord Venkateswara, which is adorned with gold, diamonds and flowers. You can book car rentals in Tirupati to visit Sri Venkateswara Swamy Vaari Temple.

2. Sri Kalahasti Temple

Sri Kalahasti Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is about an hour’s drive from Tirupati. It is a must-visit place if you are planning a trip to Tirupati. The temple is famous for its Vayu Linga that represents wind. The temple is one of the 5 Pancha Bhoota Stalams. You can book car rentals in Tirupati to visit Sri Kalahasti Temple.

3. Do have Prasadam

One thing you just can’t miss when in Tirupati is try the prasadam offered to pilgrims at the temple. It is popular as ‘Tirupati ladoo’. Many other varieties of prasadams are available here – curd rice (daddojanam), tamarind rice (puliohora), sweet pongal (vada and chakkera-pongali), appam, paayasam, seera (kesari), etc. Free meals are also served to the pilgrims visiting Tirupati.

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