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List Of Temples Under Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams is the official trust managing all the activities of Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala, Tirupati in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is headquartered at Tirupati. Along with Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala it also manages many other temples in Tirupati and all around the world. In Tirupati City * Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala * Padmavathi Temple, Tiruchanur * Alipiri padala mandapam * Govindaraja Temple, Tirupati * Kapileswara Temple, Kapilatheertham * Kodandarama Temple, Tirupati * Kalyana Venkateswara Temple, Srinivasamangapuram * Vakula matha Temple, Perur * Surya Narayana Temple, Tiruchanur * Prasanna Venkateswara Temple, Appalayagunta * Varahaswamy Temple, Tirumala * Kodandarama Temple, Chandragiri * Sri Bhu Sameta Venkateswara Temple, Thondamanadu * Srinivasa Temple, Tiruchanur * Sri Varaha Swamy Temple,Tirumala * Anjanadri,Tirumala Japali Anjaneya Swamy Temple,Tirumala In Andhra pradesh Historical Temples Tirupati district, An ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is an independent trust which manages the temples including the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh. The trust oversees the operations and finances of the richest and the most visited religious center in the world. It is also involved in various social, religious, literary and educational activities. TTD is headquartered at Tirupati and employs about 16,000 people. Establishment and legislative setting TTD was established in 1932 as a result of the TTD Act of 1932. According to the act administration of the temple was vested in a committee of seven members and overseen by a paid commissioner appointed by the Madras Government. Advising the committee were two advisory councils – one composed of priests and temple administrators to aid the committee with the operations of the Tirumala temple, and another composed of farmers for advice on Tirumala's land and estate transactions. The Andhra Pradesh Charitable and Hindu Religious Ins ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Varahaswamy Temple
Sri Varahaswamy Temple, also called Bhu Varahaswamy Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Varaha, situated at hill town of Tirumala in Tirupati, located in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh state, India. The temple is situated on the northern premises of Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala, on north west corner of Swami Pushkarini. This temple is believed to be older than the Venkateswara Shrine. Religious significance As per legend, after saving the Earth from the demon Hiranyaksha, Vishnu's boar avatar Varaha stayed on this hill on the northern bank of Swami Pushkarini. Hence Tirumala Hills is also referred to as ''Adi Varaha Kshetra''. In the beginning of the present Yuga ''Kali Yuga'', Varaha donated land to another form of Vishnu - Venkateswara on his request. As a gratitude, Venkateswara offered the right of first bell, puja and Naivedyam (food offering) to Varaha before they were offered to him. This is being followed as a tradition even today. Devotees are prescr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand ( , or ; , ), also known as Uttaranchal ( ; the official name until 2007), is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the "Devbhumi" (literally 'Land of the Gods') due to its religious significance and numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state. Uttarakhand is known for the natural environment of the Himalayas, the Bhabar and the Terai regions. It borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north; the Sudurpashchim Province of Nepal to the east; the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to the south and Himachal Pradesh to the west and north-west. The state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon, with a total of 13 districts. The winter capital of Uttarakhand is Dehradun, the largest city of the state, which is a rail head. Bhararisain, a town in Chamoli district, is the summer capital of Uttarakhand. The High Court of the state is located in Nainital. Archaeological evidence supports the e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rishikesh
Rishikesh, also spelt as Hrishikesh, is a city near Dehradun in Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand. It is situated on the right bank of the Ganges River and is a pilgrimage town for Hindus, with ancient sages and saints meditating here in search of higher knowledge. There are numerous temples and ashrams built along the banks of the river. It is known as the "''Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas''" and "''Yoga Capital of the World''". The city has hosted the annual "International Yoga Festival" on the first week of March since 1999. Rishikesh is a vegetarian-only and alcohol-free city. The Tehri Dam is just away and Uttarkashi, a popular yoga destination, is uphill on the way to Gangotri. Rishikesh is the starting point for travelling to the four Chota Char Dham pilgrimage places: Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. It's also a starting point for the Himalayan tourist destinations such as Harsil, Chopta, Auli and famous summer and winter trekking d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ananthavaram, Thullur Mandal
Anantavaram is a neighbourhood and a part of ''Urban Notified Area'' of Amaravati, the state capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It was a village in Thullur mandal of Guntur district, prior to its denotification as gram panchayat. Geography The village is located at 16.5275°N 80.4681°E. Religious worships Ananthavaram has a historical temple Anathavaram Venkateswara Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, situated on the hill top. It is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams trust. Transport Ananthavaram lies on Guntur-Thulluru road. APS RTC operates bus services from GunturMangalagiri, Thulluru and Amaravathi Amaravati () is the capital of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located on the banks of the river Krishna in Guntur district. The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone at a ceremonial event in Uddandar ... to this region. References {{Amaravati topics Neighbourhoods in Amaravati [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Narapura Venkateswara Temple, Jammalamadugu
Sri Narapura Venkateswara Temple is an ancient Hindu-Vaishnavite temple situated in Jammalamadugu, YSR Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, who is referred to as Narapura Venkateswara. Administration The temple, at present is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Festivals Annual Brahmotsavams will be held for nine days in the month Vaisakha, which falls in the month of May. See also *List of temples under Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams is the official trust managing all the activities of Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala, Tirupati in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is headquartered at Tirupati. Along with Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala ... References External links * Vishnu temples Hindu temples in Kadapa district Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams {{hindu-temple-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gandi Kshetram
Sri Veeranjaneya Temple or Gandi Kshetram is a Hindu temple situated at Gandi, a village in Kadapa District of Andhra pradesh in India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Anjaneya(Hanuman) who is referred to as Veeranjaneya in this temple. History The history of Kshetram dates back to the period of the ''Ramayana'', ''Treta Yuga''. According to the legend, Lord Rama himself had drawn the picture of Lord Hanuman on the rock with his arrow while resting at this place, and was receiving the hospitality of Lord Vayu Vayu (, sa, वायु, ), also known as Vata and Pavana, is the Hindu god of the winds as well as the divine massenger of the gods. In the ''Vedic scriptures'', Vayu is an important deity and is closely associated with Indra, the king of ... (God of Air and Father of Lord Hanuman). Lord Sri Rama has completed the drawing of Lord Hanuman except the little finger of Lord Hanuman's left hand. Later Vyasaraja has sculptured this drawing into an idol, while Vyasaraj ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kodandarama Temple, Vontimitta
Kodandarama Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Rama, located in Vontimitta town in Vontimitta Mandalam of Kadapa District in the Indian state of Andhra. The temple, an example of Vijayanagara architectural style, is dated to the 16th century. It is stated to be the largest temple in the region. It is located at a distance of from Kadapa and is close to Rajampet. The temple and its adjoining buildings are one of the centrally protected monuments of national importance. Legend According to the local legend, the temple was built by Vontudu and Mittudu they was nishada(boya) vamsha, who were robbers-turned-devotees of Rama. After building the temple, they are said to have turned into stone. History The temple was built during the reign of Chola and Vijayanagara kings around the 16th century. Bammera Potana who lived in Vontimitta wrote his magnum opus ''Maha Bhagavatham'' in Telugu language and dedicated it to Rama. Vavilakolanu Subba Rao, known as ‘Andhra Val ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Konetirayala Temple, Keelapatla
Konetirayala Swamy Temple (also known as Venkateswara Temple) is a Hindu temple of Lord Venkateswara in the town of Keelapatla, Palamaner, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, India. Distance: ''from Bangalore:'' 141 km, ''from Tirupati:'' 120 km, ''from Hyderabad:'' 471 km, ''from Chennai:'' 203 km Legend It is believed that Lord Venkateswara first placed his Holy Foot here at Keelapatla and then reached Tirumala. The Myth believes that Saint Brughu kicked Lord Vishnu's chest and to eradicate such a sin, the Lord sent him to Earth and had him establish the Lord's idol in 7 different places. Some of these places are: 1. Dwaraka Tirupathi, near Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 2. Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy, Srinivasa Mangapuram, Andhra Pradesh 3. Konetiraya Swamy, Keelapatla, Andhra Pradesh 4. Diguva Tirupathi, Mulbagal, Karnataka etc.., These places were hidden and the saint himself who went into disappearance by his mystical powers, were established much b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Venugopalaswamy Temple, Karvetinagaram
Sri Venugopalaswamy Temple is a Hindu-Vaishnavite temple situated at Karvetinagaram in, Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh state, India. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna, ninth incarnation of Vishnu's Dasavatharam, who is referred to as Venugopala. It is situated at a distance of 58 km from Tirupati and 12 km from Puttur. History The temple was built by King Venkataperumal of Venkataraja dynasty. Administration The temple is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Presiding deities The Garbhagriha hosts Venugopala swamy along with his consorts Rukmini and Satyabhama. The deities were brought from Narayanavanam Temple. There are subshrines dedicated to Rama along with Sita and Lakshmana, Anjaneya, Parthasarathy, Renuka parameshwari, Avanakshamma. The temple pond is referred to as skanda pushkarini. Poojas and Festivals Daily rituals are held as per Vaikanasa Agama. Temple celebrates Krishna Janmastami, Utlotsavam, Brahmotsavams, Vaikuntha Ekadas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vedanarayana Temple, Nagalapuram
Vedanarayana Temple or Matsya Narayana Temple is a Hindu temple in Nagalapuram, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is a Vaishnava temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Matsya, the fish avatar, who is referred to as Matsya Narayana or Veda Narayana. This is one of the few temples in India where Lord Vishnu is depicted in Matsya avatar, the first incarnation of the Dashavatara, Lord Vishnu's 10 main incarnations. Administration The temple is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Significance The Temple is famous for Surya Pooja Utsavam, considered as an astronomical marvel. During this festival the sunrays will directly fall on the presiding deity Vedanarayaana in the Garbhagriha for three days of a year. The Sunrays travel a distance of 360 feet starting from Temple Tower(Goupuram) towards Garbha griha in the evening. On first day the rays will stop at foot of the Deity, second day on Navel and third day on Crown. Festivals Surya Pooja Utsavam is one of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalyana Venkateswara Temple, Narayanavanam
Sri Kalyana Venkateswaraswamy Templeis a Hindu-Vaishnavite temple situated at Narayanavanam, a town in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh state, India. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Kalyana Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu. The temple is situated at 2 km east of Puttur and 45 km south of Tirupati. It is believed that Lord Venkateswara married Padmavati at this place and then moved to Tirumala. Legend As per legend, Narayanavanam is the capital of King Akasaraja, who is ruling this region. Akasaraja performed the marriage of his daughter Padmavati, the presiding deity of Padmavathi Temple, Tiruchanur to Lord Venkateswara, the presiding deity of Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala, at this place. History The temple was established in the year 1541 AD. It was extended in later times. Administration The temple at present is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Poojas and Festivals Daily rituals are held as per Vaikanasa Agama. See also * Hindu Temples in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
