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Tirupati is a favoured destination of numerous devotees who come here throughout the year to pay their respects and to experience the darshan at the Sri Venkateshwara temple. It’s no wonder then that Tirupati tourism receives a great boost thanks to the many temples here, especially the main Tirumala temple. Visitors from all over the world come here to experience a moment of spirituality at this temple or to bathe in the many waterfalls here which are said to have restorative properties.
A Tirupati tour is most often undertaken because people want to visit the temples here but there are a number of other places to visit as well. While Tirupati tourism focuses on the spiritual element to draw people, there are waterfalls, caves, a deer park and a zoo as well, which serve as recreational spots for those who want to take a break from the religious activities.
Language Spoken
Tamil and Kannada
Currency used:
Indian rupee
Located in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati is settled at the foot of the Tirumala Hills. Said to be one of the oldest cities in India, the many heritage sites and temples that can be found here add a certain allure to Tirupati tourism. But one of the biggest attractions apart from the temples is a geological feature known as Silathoranam, which is a natural arch and is located not too far from the main temple. Besides this, there are several waterfalls nearby which are full and gushing especially during the rains.
Tirupati has a tropical wet and dry climate where the winters are not significantly cold, but the summers can be quite harsh. The rainy season approaches in July and is said to be the one of the best times to visit Tirupati. Some of the important temple-related events also take place during the monsoon and the winter, so Tirupati tourism is at an all-time high at this time. However, there are cyclones which strike the Coast of Nellore and can bring heavy rains to the city.
Tirupati is renowned for its many religious symbols and temples. Naturally, festivals are celebrated here with a great deal of enthusiasm. The major Hindu festivals such as Sankranti, Maha Shivratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Krishna Janmashtami are celebrated here widely. But the nine-day Srivari Brahmotsavam is the time when lakhs of devotees come to the city to participate.
Tirupati also celebrates a carnival called Tirupati Ganga Jatra during the second week of May every year. Apart from festivals, Tirupati is also famous for its Tirupati laddu which is offered to visitors as prasadam. Nearly 1.5 lakh Tirupati laddus are prepared and served every day. Besides all this, the many temples and monuments are of great religious as well as architectural value.
Tirupati is one of the most-visited religious sites on earth and this can be seen in the many hordes of devotees who come here throughout the year. Despite the heavy security and the large crowds, people still come for Lord Venkateshwara’s darshan during the morning. The 8-feet-tall idol of Lord Venkateshwara is awe-inspiring and is one of the biggest reasons for people to visit Tirupati. Looking up at the serene face of Lord Venkateshwara is a surreal moment for many devotees, surrounded as they are by crowds of people. The moment of peace is unimaginably beautiful, and stays embedded in devotees’ hearts for ever.
Tirupati also has many other temples which get visitors as well, although not to the same extent as the Venkateshwara Temple. Some of these temples include Sri Govindarajaswami Temple, the Kondandarama Temple, Sri Kalahasti temple, the Parashurameshwara Temple, and the ISKCON temple to name a few. Tirupati has as many as twenty-five temples, so there’s a lot to see and visit.
Apart from the temples, there’s a geological wonder here which also gets a lot of attention from visitors. There’s a natural arch known as Silathoranam which is said to be one of the only three such in the entire world. There are many mythological connections to the arch as well. But regardless of your beliefs, the sight of this natural wonder against the backdrop of a rising or setting sun is quite spectacular.
Tirupati is also an excellent place to indulge in your love for food. The cuisine here follows Telugu and Tamilian traditions. You will truly enjoy eating the various South Indian snacks such as idlis, vadais, dosais and other flavourful fare. If nothing interests you, the strong and fresh filter coffee will surely get your attention. Once you taste it, you will want to keep on sipping it.
Tirupati also has a deer park which is a serene addition to a city that sees a lot of devotees thronging to the temples. If you’re looking for a spot of beauty, then don’t miss the ornately decorated TTD gardens which are spread over an area of 460 acres and are meticulously maintained. The Kapila Teertham, the Talakona waterfall, the Papavinasam Theertham are some other places in Tirupati where people come to take a dip, either to cure their illnesses or to wash away their sins.
Another monument that has a great deal of historical significance is the Chandragiri Fort and Palace which has been around since the 11th century. The fort is a brilliant example of Vijaynagar style of architecture and draws numerous tourists round the year.
If you are planning to go on a Tirupati tour soon, then do check the SOTC website for some great deals and offers.
