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4 Days in Tirupati: Temples, Forts, and Wildlife

Veena Mahesh

Veena Mahesh

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a spiritual journey to Tirupati, India, and discover the divine beauty of Srinivasa Mangapuram and Kalyana Venkateshwaraswamy Temple. Immerse yourself in history at the Chandragiri Fort and seek blessings at the ISKCON Temple and Sri Padmavathi Ammavaari Temple. Conclude your trip with a visit to the majestic Sri Venkateswara Swamy Vaari Temple and the enchanting Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park.

Day 1Divine Bliss at Srinivasa Mangapuram and Kalyana Venkateshwaraswamy Temple
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$2

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$ 1

Srinivasa Mangapuram, Kalyana Venkateshwaraswamy Temple
Ancient white Hindu temple featuring intricately carved statues & Dravidian architecture.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$1
60 - 72 min

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SRI VENKATESWARA MUSEUM, TIRUMALA
Museum displaying varied religious & cultural artifacts & ornaments, plus photos & instruments.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 2Unveiling the Secrets of Chandragiri Fort
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$3

Chandragiri Fort
Fort built in the 11th century, now with an archeological museum & an evening light & sound show.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$3
Day 3Spiritual Awakening at ISKCON Temple and Sri Padmavathi Ammavaari Temple
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$ 1

ISKCON Temple, Tirupati
Krishna temple with an ornate, gilded facade, towering entrance gate & statues draped in flowers.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Sri Padmavathi Ammavaari Temple
Ornate, colorful temple within a larger complex, offering meals & rooms for "darshan" pilgrimages.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 4Surrendering to the Divine at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Vaari Temple and Wildlife Encounter at Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park
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$7

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$ 1

SRI VENKATESWARA SWAMY VAARI TEMPLE
Pilgrims throng to the inner sanctum of this sprawling hilltop temple complex to Lord Venkateswara.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
51 - 62 min

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Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park
Big zoo featuring an array of exotic animals, including white tigers, plus a lion safari.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$6

Budget breakdown: $11 In total

Activities & Food:$10
Transport:$1