The Sri Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala, in the Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh, is among the most visited Hindu pilgrimage sites in the world. Devotees come here for darshan of Lord Venkateswara, also known as Balaji, Srinivasa and Govinda.
What to Expect at Tirumala
Darshan: the temple is managed by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Queues can be very long, so check the official TTD website for current darshan tickets and rules before you travel.
Offering hair: many pilgrims offer their hair at Tirumala as an act of devotion.
Tirupati laddu: the famous laddu is the prasadam of the temple and is an important part of the visit for many devotees.
Walking to the temple: some devotees climb the hills on foot by the Alipiri or Srivari Mettu footpaths as a personal vow.
How to Reach Tirupati
Tirupati has its own airport at Renigunta and a major railway station. From Tirupati town, Tirumala is reached by road up the hills.
Best Time to Visit
The temple is open throughout the year. September to February is cooler, while weekends, holidays and festivals such as Brahmotsavam are especially crowded.
Planning this yatra? We do not list a fixed package for this route on the website yet. Call +91-9411-543-299 or email [email protected] to ask whether we can arrange it, or see our current Tirth Yatra packages.