Wednesday 23 September 2015

Best places to visit in Tirupati

One of the oldest cities in Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati is popular the world over for its temples and grand architecture. If you are someone who wants to visit spiritual and religious destinations, then Tirupati should definitely make it to your bucket list. It’s a lovely city with a slow pace of life and is the best if you want to explore the history, culture and heritage of ancient India. The old-world temples are famous among people and religion enthusiasts make it a point to visit Tirupati at lest once in their lifetime. Lots of hotels in Tirupati offer the best in comfort and luxury, so you don’t have to worry about accommodation in Tirupati. Check out these 5 places you must visit on your trip to the city of temples!

Sri Venkateswara temple
This temple is situated on the seventh hill of Tirumala Peak. Sri Venkateswara temple has the most visited shrine in the world, after the Vatican. Not just that, it is also the richest temple in the world!

TTD Gardens
Located adjacent to the main temple, TTD Gardens have a magnificent variety of flowers. The colours and the fragrance emanating from the flowers is just out of this world making this garden a great place for photo-ops!

Srikalahasti
Situated on the banks of the Swarnamukhi River, Srikalahasti is one of the most visited spot by pilgrims. The Shiva Linga is worshipped here and it is said that only one oil lamp in the sanctum flickers while all the others remain motionless. 

Kanipakam
The Ganesha idol at Kanipakam is believed to grow in size, making this place very fascinating. The 11th century temple was built by a Chola king and then further developed in the 14th century by kings of the Vijayanagar empire. 


Talakona Waterfall
The highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh, Talakona falls from a height of 270 ft. Located inside a forested area, Talakona is a lovely waterfall that has clean and chilly water. If you’re a nature-lover, this spot is perfect for a nice day out. 

There are quite a few hotels in Tirupati situated around major tourist attractions. Check out Travelguru and book a stay in one of the charming Tirupati hotels right away!

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