Tirumala Tirupati Balaji
Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh
About Tirumala Tirupati Balaji
Tirumala Tirupati Balaji is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Venkateswara, located in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh. It is open Open ~24 hours (darshan slots vary).
History
Perched on the Tirumala hills, the Sri Venkateswara Temple is one of the richest and most visited places of worship in the world. Dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Balaji), a form of Vishnu, devotees offer their hair and donations in fulfilment of vows.
Timings
Open ~24 hours (darshan slots vary)
Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire required
Best Time to Visit
September to February; Brahmotsavam
How to Reach
Tirupati railway station and airport (~40km); buses and ghat road up to Tirumala.
Festivals
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Reviewed by the Bhakti by Agentic Vani editorial team
Last updated June 29, 2026. Content is presented for devotional and educational purposes, with traditional beliefs framed as such. Sources: temple records and traditional Hindu accounts.