So let’s go through the Tirumala temple history briefly. Five thousand years ago, Lord Sri Venkateswara, also known as Srinivasa, Balaji, and Venkatachalapathi signified his residence to Tirumala. Located in the Tirumala hill town of Tirupati in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh, India.
How many acres is the Sri Varahaswami Temple in Tirumala?
The temple complex is spread over 16.2 acres of land. In Tirumala, the East facing Sri Varahaswami temple is located in the North West corner of the temple tank – Swami Pushkarini. As per the temple legend, Lord Srinivasa sought a gift of land from Sri Varahaswami, which he readily granted.
What are some of the natural waterfalls in Tirumala?
Papavinasanam is a waterfall flowing from a tributary of the Swarnamukhi River. It also has a temple where seven lion-headed channels open from a height for deities to bathe below them. A temple dedicated to goddess Ganga is located near the enclosure. Akaasa Ganga is another natural waterfall in Tirumala.
How high above sea level is Tirumala located?
Tirumala is located 3,200 feet (980 m) above sea level and covers an area of approximately 10.33 square miles (26.8 km 2).
Dwaraka Tirumala is a famous temple from the ancient times. According to some Puranas, the temple is popular even in Kruta yuga and is still attracting the devotees. According to Brahma Purana, Aja Maharaja, the Grand father of Lord Sri Rama also worshiped Lord Venkateswara for his marriage.
Where is Dwaraka Tirumala located in India?
“Dwaraka Tirumala” is an ancient holy place and a popular pilgrim center in Andhra Pradesh of South India. Dwaraka Tirumala is nearer to ‘Eluru’, the head quarters of West Godavari District, which is 42 KM away from Eluru.
Why is Tirumala called the place where Lord Venkateswara is worshipped?
This pilgrimage centre is called “Dwaraka Tirumala” after the great saint, “Dwaraka” who located the self manifested idol of Lord “Sri Venkateswara” after severe penance in a ‘Valmikam’ (ant hill). The devotees call Sri Venkateswara as Kaliyuga Vaikunta Vasa.
Did Sri Rama worship Lord Venkateswara for marriage?
According to Brahma Purana, Aja Maharaja, the Grand father of Lord Sri Rama also worshiped Lord Venkateswara for his marriage. On his way to the ‘Swayamvaram’ of Indumati, he passed by the temple. He did not offer prayers in the temple.
