About Tirumala Temple

The Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, located in the hill town of Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh. The temple is built on the Venkatadri hill, one of the seven hills of Tirumala, and is the richest temple in the world in terms of donations received and wealth. Tirupati Balaji Darshan Booking According to legend, the temple has a recorded history of over 2,000 years and is mentioned in ancient texts like the Puranas and the Sangam literature. The presiding deity, Lord Venkateswara, is believed to have appeared here to save mankind from the trials and troubles of Kali Yuga. Spiritual Significance Considered one of the 108 Divya Desams (sacred Vishnu temples) and the most visited place of worship in the world. Ancient Heritage With origins dating back to 300 AD, the temple showcases Dravidian architecture and ancient traditions. Sacred Geography Located 853 meters above sea level, the temple is surrounded by the seven peaks of Seshachalam range.