Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala – The Temple

Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala – The Temple

Venkateswara Temple is an important Vaishnavite Temple situated in the hill town of Tirumala in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, who is believed to be appeared here to save mankind from trails and troubles of Kali Yuga. The temple is situated at a height of 853 metres on Tirumala Hills which are part of Seshachalam Hills and is constructed in Dravidian Architectural Style. There are three Dwarams (entrances) which lead to Garbhagriha from outside. 

Mahadwaram also known as Padikavali is the first entrance which is provided through Maha prakaram (outer compound wall). A 50 feet, five storied Gopuram (Temple tower) is constructed over this Mahadwaram with seven Kalasams at its apex. Vendivakili (Silver Entrance) also known as Nadimi Padikavali is the second entrance and is provided through Sampangi Prakaram (Inner compound wall).

A three storied Gopuram is constructed over Vendivakili with seven Kalasams at its apex. Bangaru Vakili (Golden Entrance) is the third entrance which will lead into Garbhagriha. There are two tall copper images of the Dwarapalakas Jaya-Vijaya on either side of this door. The thick wooden door is covered with gold gilt plates depicting the Dasavatharam of Vishnu.

The below section explains briefly about the Temple Structure;

Akhilandam:

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Dwarams (Entrances):

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Pradakshinams or Prakarams:

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Mandapams:

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Sankeerthana Bhandara:

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Pottu (Temple Kitchen):

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2019/01/Venkateswara-temple-tirumala-pottu-main-kitchen.html

Deities:

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Shrines:

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Main Shrine:

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