Tirupati History

Venkateswara Temple is an important Vaishnavite temple situated in the hill town of Tirumala in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh,built by Tamil king. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Vishnu, who is believed to be appeared here to save mankind from the trials and troubles of Kali Yuga.

Why is Tirupati so famous?

Known as the abode of the 'Kaliyuga' deity Lord Venkateswara popularly known as Balaji, Tirupati is famous for the Venkateswara temple in the sacred Tirumala hills at an elevation of 860m.

Does Tirupati have any historical importance?

Tirupati is known as the abode of the Hindu god Venkateshvara, Lord of Seven Hills. The sacred hill of Tirumala is situated about 6 miles (10 km) northwest of Tirupati in Sri Venkateshwara Sanctuary and National Park. The hill was considered so holy that before 1870 non-Hindus were not permitted to ascend it.

Who first built Tirupati temple?

Tirupati Balaji Temple was built by Raja Thondaman of Thondaman dynasty which ruled the region in and around Padukottai during 17th-20th century. There are different legends and mythology related to the construction of the temple by Raja Thondaman.

What is the old name of Tirupati?

Hence the place has also got the name Kaliyuga Vaikuntha and the Lord here is referred to as Kaliyuga Prathyaksha Daivam. The temple is also known by other names like Tirumala Temple, Tirupati Temple and Tirupati Balaji Temple. Venkateswara is known by many other names: Balaji, Govinda, and Srinivasa.

Why was Tirupati closed for 12 years?

A strong belief on a legend about the actual existence of Swamy is found in the region. The incident goes like there was a king of unknown name who killed 12 people for a crime they committed and hanged them on the gates of this temple. The temple got closed for 12 years and Swamy made an appearance.

Is Tirupati idol real?

The idol of Lord Tirupati Balaji placed may appear to be standing in the centre of the sanctum sanctorum, but technically, it is not so. The idol is actually placed in the right hand corner of the shrine. The hair worn by Lord Balaji is silky, smooth, tangle-free, and absolutely real.

Who found the Tirupati?

Tirupati was developed by Pallava Kings from 6th century onwards.

Why is hair given in Tirupati?

According to Hindu belief, the reason behind giving this donation is said to be that Lord Venkateswara repays the loan taken from Kubera. It is believed that the price of hair we give, Lord Venkateswara, gives you ten times more than that. The good thing is that devotees here donate hair of their own free will.

What happens to hair in Tirupati?

Approximately 500 to 600 tonnes of human hair is donated at the Tirupati temple every year by devotees coming from across the globe. As per the routine procedure, and to make it hygienic, cut hair is boiled, rinsed, dried and stored in special godowns under controlled temperatures.

Why Tirupati Balaji is rich?

But the main source of income is through Hundi offerings made in cash, gold and silver jewellery, property deeds and even shares and securities. The temple earns at least 12 billion rupees a year through such donations.

Who is the wife of Tirupati Balaji?

Venkateswara
Region	Andhra Pradesh, India
Personal information
Spouse	Sridevi and Bhudevi

How many years old is Tirupati temple?

TIRUMALA - ONE AND ONLY HEAVEN ON EARTH WITH 1700 YEARS OLD ANCIENT HERITAGE!

Which river flows in Tirupati?

Swarnamukhi is a river in southern India. This is an independent river which rises at an elevation of 300 m in the Eastern Ghats ranges near Pakala in Tirupati district and flows through 130 kms towards Bay of Bengal . The holy Hindu temples of Tirumala and Srikalahasti are located in the river basin.

Which temple is richest in world?

This revelation has solidified the status of the Padmanabhaswamy Temple as the wealthiest place of worship in the world.

Which is oldest temple in India?

Mundeshwari Temple
Architecture
Completed	635 CE Hindu inscriptions dated 4th century AD were found in the temple m.
Specifications
Temple(s)	One

When was Tirupati Balaji born?

Tirupati to celebrate its 892nd birthday on February 24.

Who is Lord Tirupati?

Lord Balaji is a reincarnation of Hindu God, Maha Vishnu. People may know him by different names such as Venkateswara, Govindha or Tirupati Timmappa. The Lord turned into a granite stone idol for it was his desire to be on the holy Seven Hills for the emancipation of the mankind.

Which God is in Tirupati temple?

The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and its sacred shrine has been mentioned in holy scriptures such as the Garuda Purana, Brahma Purana and many others.

What is difference between Tirumala and Tirupati?

Tirumala is a spiritual town in Tirupati district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is one of the suburbs of the Tirupati urban agglomeration. The town is a part of Tirupati Urban Development Authority and located in Tirupati (rural) mandal of Tirupati revenue division.