Narayanan M Due to the Chandra Grahanam, the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Tirumala will remain closed on March 3 for approximately 10 hours and 30 minutes. As per temple traditions, the temple doors will be closed from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM on March 3. The lunar eclipse is scheduled to begin at 3:20 PM and … Read more
TTD has released the April month darshan and seva booking schedule along with select February month quotas. Lucky Dip registrations for Arjitha Sevas begin on January 19, followed by Arjitha Seva, Angapradakshinam, SRIVANI VIP Break Darshan, Senior Citizen darshan, and ₹300 Special Entry ticket releases on different dates. Accommodation bookings for Tirumala, Tirupati, and Talakona, … Read more
Shaligram (also spelled Saligram) is one of the most sacred objects of worship in Hindu tradition, especially among Vaishnavas. Revered as a direct manifestation of Lord Vishnu, a Shaligram is not just a stone but a deeply symbolic and spiritually significant form that connects faith, nature, and tradition. For centuries, devotees have worshipped Shaligrams in … Read more
Vaikunta Ekadashi – Tirumala Emergency & Help Contacts General Help Centers (24/7) Service Contact Number TTD Toll-Free Help Line 155257 Enquiry Office 0877-2277777 Medical Assistance Facility / Service Contact Number Aswini Hospital (Tirumala) 0877-2263457 / 2263458 Ambulance Services 0877-2263666 Emergency Ambulance 108 Tirupati Main Hospital 0877-2287777 Security & Police Assistance Department Contact Number Vigilance Office … Read more
Swami Pushkarini is the sacred temple tank located opposite the Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Temple. For many devotees, beginning the darshan journey with prayers at Pushkarini is a traditional and spiritually fulfilling practice. Though not compulsory, these simple rituals help devotees prepare mentally and spiritually before entering the temple. Read More: How to Take Token and … Read more
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has completed most of the preparations for the upcoming Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan, scheduled to be held at the Tirumala Srivari Temple from December 30 to January 8, keeping in view the expected heavy influx of devotees. TTD Additional Executive Officer Sri Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary inspected the darshan queue arrangements on … Read more
The sacred Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam was performed with traditional fervor at the Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple in Tirupati on Thursday morning, following age-old temple customs. As per Vaishnava tradition, this purification ritual is conducted in preparation for the upcoming Vaikuntha Ekadasi festival, scheduled to be observed on December 30. The ceremony involved sanctifying the temple … Read more
Due to an exceptionally high influx of pilgrims at Tirumala, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced the temporary suspension of Srivani offline darshan tickets for three consecutive days. As per the latest update, Srivani offline tickets will not be available on December 27, 28, and 29 (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday). The suspension applies to … Read more
Keeping the heavy pilgrim rush in mind, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced special arrangements for Vaikunta Dwara Darshan during the first three days. Important Dates As per the schedule, all darshan tokens for 1.76 lakh devotees have already been allotted in advance through the e-DIP system for these dates. Additionally, over 60,000 tokens per … Read more
History Sri Alamelu Manga Temple is dedicated to Goddess Padmavathi, the divine consort of Lord Venkateswara. According to tradition, the Goddess manifested in a golden lotus (Alamelu) in the Padma Sarovaram at Tiruchanur. Worship of Goddess Padmavathi is considered essential before visiting Tirumala, as devotees believe her blessings ensure a fulfilling darshan of Lord Venkateswara. … Read more