Tour Description :
Tirupati
Tirupati
is located at a distance of about 525 km from Hyderabad. Situated at
the southern edge of the Eastern ghats in Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati,
is surrounded by seven picturesque hills, which have perennial water
falls, forests and superb views of valleys.
While Tirupati is the town at the foot of the seven hills, Tirumala
is the temple township located on top of the hills. The age old
temple of Lord Sri Venkateswara located here, is considered to be
the richest temple in the whole world... The outer walls of the
sanctum sanctorum of the temple are covered in a sheet of pure
glittering gold... what a splendid sight to behold! The drive up the
winding ghat road is a delightful experience as you get to enjoy
fresh air and some breathtaking views. Now, Tirupati is a great
holiday destination and pilgrimage center, thanks to its serene
beauty and the facilities available.
Horsley Hills is a scenic hill-station at about 150 km from Tirupati.
Here you can enjoy some great adventure sports, or just sit back and
relax amidst the clouds. Visit Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park and
wildlife sanctuary or enjoy trekking at Mamanduru, a truly
refreshing experience. Visit the historic Chandragiri Fort and
marvel at the architectural prowess of the Vijayanagar Dynasty.
There is no end to the fun you can have here... Tirupati, will charm
you indeed!
Tiruchanoor
Tiruchanoor, the abode of Goddess Sri Padmavathi Devi, is one of the
highly venerated places in the South, located five kms. from
Tirupati, the temple dedicated to Sri Padmavathi Devi, the consort
of Lord Venkateswara, attracts thousands of devout pilgrims every
day. The Goddess, also known as Alamelu Manga, is the inexhaustible
source of compassion and love.
According to tradition, the Mother Goddess manifested Herself in the
holy Pushkarini called Padmasarovaram in a golden lotus. The
Venkatachala x Mahatyam states that Lord Suryanarayana was
instrumental in blossoming of the lotus in full splendour. A temple
dedicated to Lord Suryanarayana is situated on the eastern side of
the Pushkarini. The Padma Purana gives a vivid description of the
advent of the Goddess and subsequent wedding with Lord Srinivasa.The
manifestation of Sri Padmavathi Devi occurred in the month of
Karthika on Sukla Paksha Panchami when the star Uttarashada in the
ascendent. The Brahmotsavam of the Goddess is celebrated with all
pomp and glory to commemorate the auspicious occasion of Her avatara.
This resplendent festival celebrated for ten days attracts devout
pilgrims from far and wide. The Panchami Tirtham marks the highlight
of Tiruchanoor Brahmotsavam. Turmeric, Tulasi, Silk Saree and other
sacred presents are brought from Tirumala Temple in an impressive
procession on this occasion and offered to the Goddess. In an
exquisitely decorated mandapam built on the banks of Padma Sarovaram,
Sacred bath is offered to Goddess Padmavathi Devi and Sri Sudarsana
Chakra amidst vedic chants. The ten-day Brahmotsavam at Tiruchanoor
is a spectacular event witnessed by her myriads of devotees. It is
also an occasion for all devotees to receive Her benign grace in
abundance.
