Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala – Tumburu Theertham

Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala – Tumburu Theertham

Tumburu Theertham is one of the holy Theerthams in Tirumala. Tumburu Theertham is one of the 108 Theerthams, is said to exist in Tirumala hills. The Tumburu Theertham is opened only on one day in the year (on Chaitra Poornima). For remaining of the year, the Theertham is closed and not allowed to civilians. The real “Bangaru Balli” is said to live here, which is in general cannot be spotted in general. You will see a small idol of Lord Thumbura here.

Legends

As per the legend, Sage Tumburu had cursed his Gandharva wife for her laziness. The lady became a toad and had to survive in the pond till sage Agasthya came there with his disciples. While the great sage described the divinity of the pond to his disciples, the toad regained her Gandharva form and hence this Theertham began to be called as Tumburu Theertham.

Prayers

Bathing in this water is really refreshing and is said to wash away the evils and confer good fortune. One will get rid of all his sins by taking holy bath here. Also, will be blessed with good health and improves spiritual power.

Best Time to Visit

The best time for visiting this place is during the rainy season, this place looks even more beautiful with greenery around and with white water gushing out of the rocks. Allowed only on ‘Phalguna Pournami’ day.

Connectivity

This Theertham is situated at about 12 Kms from Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple and 8 Kms from Papavinasanam. It can be reached by walk from Papa Vinasanam & Kalyani Dam point through rocky path. Generally, the route is open to public every year on Phalguna Poornima in the month of March. There are about five waterfalls on the way to this place. To reach Tumburu Theertham, you need reach Papavinasanam Dam and only on this day the dam gates will be opened and people will be let cross the dam to the other side and start to climb the mountain. From this point you need to follow people for directions and has to be in a group while you start walk and trek. You will travel in between two valleys through which water has flowed for millions of years and has caused a huge erosion. You will reach a small waterfalls and small tanks where you can see the complete nature beauty.  On the way you will see Sanaga Sanandana Theertham. You will have to walk across this Sanaga Sanandana Theertham to go to Tumburu.

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