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History of Tirupati
There is ample literary and epigraphic testimony to the
antiquity of the temple of Lord Sri Venkateswara. All the
great dynasties of rulers of the southern peninsula have
paid homage to Lord Sri Venkateswara in this ancient shrine.
The Pallavas of Kancheepuram (9th century AD), the Cholas of
Thanjavur (a century later), the Pandyas of Madurai, and the
kings and chieftains of Vijayanagar (14th - 15th century AD)
were devotees of the Lord and they competed with one another
in endowing the temple with rich offerings and
contributions.
It was during the rule of the Vijayanagar dynasty that the
contributions to the temple increased. Sri Krishnadevaraya
had statues of himself and his consorts installed at the
portals of the temple, and these statues can be seen to this
day. There is also a statue of Venkatapati Raya in the main
temple.
The Daily Routines - Tirupati Tirumala Balaji Temple
The daily program starts with 'Suprabhatam' (awakening the
Lord) at three in the morning and end with the 'Ekanta Seva'
(putting the Lord to sleep) at one in the night. Daily,
Weekly and Periodical 'Sevas' and 'Utsavams' are performed
to the Lord. Interested pilgrims can choose from the list
and pay to get the Sevas or Utsavams done on their name.
Devotees offer their gifts and donations in the "Hundi",
which is the main source of income.
Festivals of Tirupati
Everyday is a day of festivity at Tirumala. The most famous
is the annual festival called 'Brahmotsavam', which is
celebrated on grand scale for nine days in September,
attracting pilgrims and tourists from all parts of the
country. The fifth and ninth days of the festival are
especially significant in as much as Garudostavam and
Rathotavam takes place on those days.
About Tirumala
The ancient and sacred temple of Sri Venkateswara is located
on the seventh peak, Venkatachala (Venkata Hill) of the
Tirupati Hill, and lies on the southern banks of Sri Swami
Pushkarini.It is by the Lord's presidency over Venkatachala,
that He has received the appellation, Venkateswara (Lord of
the Venkata Hill). He is also called the Lord of the Seven
Hills.
The temple of Sri Venkateswara has acquired unique sanctity
in Indian religious lore. The Sastras, Puranas, Sthala
Mahatyams and Alwar hymns unequivocally declare that, in the
Kali Yuga, one can attain mukti, only by worshipping Venkata
Nayaka or Sri Venkateswara.
The benefits acquired by a pilgrimage to Venkatachala are
mentioned in the Rig Veda and Asthadasa Puranas. In these
epics, Sri Venkateswara is described as the great bestowed
of boons. There are several legends associated with the
manifestation of the Lord at Tirumala.
Detailed Itinerary of Tirupathi Balaji Tour
Tour Destination: Chennai – Tirupathi
Duration: 02 nights/ 03 days
Day 01:
Chennai – Tirupathi
Arrival Chennai airport meet our tour guide at airport
arrival gate greet and assist by him Board the cab and drive
to Tirumala 31/2 hrs of drive on arrival check in hotel and
rest of the day is free to relax and over night stay at
hotel
Day 02:
Tirupathi
Morning after breakfast at hotel proceed for a darshan of
Lord Balaji later proceed for a local tour of Tirumala visit
Chandragiri , Kailasanatha Kana , Horsley Hills, Sri
Kalahasti etc evening return back to hotel and over night
stay at hotel
Day 03 :
Tirupathi – Chennai
Morning after breakfast at hotel drive to Chennai on arrival
drop at airport to board your flight to onward destination.
Tour Ends |
