Wednesday, 15 August 2012

Tirupathi – The most famous pilgrimage city in the world


Tirupathis is the most famous pilgrimage city in the world. It is the richest temple in India, adding approximately Rs. 5 crores to its wealth every day. More than ninety percent of this wealth comes in the form of donations. The Tirupathi temple is located on the Tirumala hill at a height of about eight hundred metres above sea level. Tirumala is situated at an approximate distance of twenty kilometers from Tirupathi. Tirumala is a combination of seven hills and the place has immense historical significance. The temple houses the deity of Lord Venkateshwara.  People usually avail public transport that is provided for by the government to reach the place.  A staggering seventy thousand pilgrims visit the place daily on an average. All the rush is for tirupathi darshan, which is considered to cleanse a person’s soul.

Devotees from all over India visit the temple just to seek the Tirupathi darshan. The temple is considered one of the holiest places for Hindus. The benefits that one would incur on visiting the place of Tirupathi are mentioned in the Rig Veda and the Ashtadasa Puranas. It is a very important cultural heritage site in the country.  The best way to book a nice hotel that is proximal to the temple in Tirupathi is by making use of the tirupathi online booking facility. This facility gives you the opportunity to book your mode of travel as well. It allows you to choose from a range of transport vehicles and exquisite hotels that are located close to the temple. The temple is run by the Tirupathi Tirumala Devasthanams Trust.

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