Tirupati is a city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Its Sri Venkateswara Temple sits atop one of the 7 peaks of Tirumala Hills, attracting scores of Hindu pilgrims. Sri Venkateswara National Park, home to the temple, also contains the Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park with lions and primates. Nearby, next to a waterfall and cave believed to be sacred, Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Arrival at Chennai drive to Tirupati. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Rest day free for my own leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast visit Venkateswara Temple which is situated in the hill town of Tirumala at Tirupati. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Sri Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, who is believed to have appeared here to save mankind from trials and troubles of Kali Yuga. Hence the place has also got the name Kaliyuga Vaikuntham and Lord here is referred to as Kaliyuga Prathyaksha Daivam.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Chennai airport for the return flight back home.
Tirupati has visitors year-round. Nov-Feb: Pleasant winter, ideal for temples. Min 15°C. Mar-Jun: Hot summers, less crowded. Max 42°C. Jul-Oct: Monsoons start July. Cooler weather. Sept - Brahmotsavam festival.
