In Tirumala at the Sri Venkateswara Temple (Tirupati Balaji), hair offering—known as tonsure, mundan, talanelalu, or mudi samarpana—remains a key devotional act. Devotees shave their heads (full or partial) at TTD’s Kalyana Katta facilities...
At the sacred Tirumala Venkateswara Temple (Tirupati Balaji), hair tonsure (also called mundan or talanelalu) is one of the most common and powerful rituals. Thousands of devotees—men, women, and children—offer their hair daily at...
If you are visiting Tirumala Tirupati for darshan, finding good pure vegetarian food is very important. Many devotees look for sattvic (pure and simple) meals near the temple. Srivari Naivedyam Restaurant (also called Naivedyam...
Planning a pilgrimage to the sacred Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple (Tirupati Balaji) at Tirumala? This world-famous Vaishnavite temple, managed by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), attracts millions seeking Lord Venkateswara’s blessings for prosperity, health, and...
Are you dreaming of a divine wedding blessed by Lord Venkateswara? TTD Kalyana Vedika offers a beautiful, hassle-free option for Hindu couples to tie the knot in Tirumala at no cost. This scheme by...
If you are going to Tirumala Tirupati for darshan of Lord Venkateswara, one of the best things is the free food service called Annaprasadam (also known as Nithya Annadanam or Vengamamba Annaprasadam). TTD (Tirumala...
Hanuman Jayanti, the auspicious birth celebration of Lord Hanuman, will be observed on Thursday, April 2, 2026. At Tirumala, this day is marked with special devotion and unique rituals at the ancient Sri Bedi Anjaneya Swamy...
The sacred hills of Tirupati are set to reverberate with divine energy as the annual Sri Kapileswara Swamy Brahmotsavams will be celebrated from February 8 to February 17, 2026. This grand nine-day festival, one of the...
Your definitive guide to navigating free darshan, securing SSD tokens, and checking live waiting times for a smoother pilgrimage to Lord Venkateswara. Finding clear and accurate information on Tirumala’s free darshan (Sarvadarshanam) can be challenging. Conflicting...
The Srivari Mettu is a cherished footpath that devotees use to trek from Tirupati to the sacred hill of Tirumala. This guide provides the latest information on the pathway’s timings, entry requirements, and the facilities available...
