Tirupati Darshan Package Online Booking

Tirupati Darshan Package Online Booking

Tirupati Darshan

Darshan can be easily booked online if planned well in advance. Darshan includes Online booking, Current Booking, and Lucky dip booking. It is good to go with Online booking to avoid last minute tensions. Darshan is of two types, Special Entry Darshan (Rs.300 or Seegra Darshan) and Arjitha Seva tickets. All Arjitha Sevas includes Seva and Darshan. It is advisable to look for Seva tickets instead of normal darshan.

Tirupati Accommodation

Accommodation quota will be released for online booking 90 days in advance. So early planning gives us the opportunity with decent accommodation booking. Accommodation quota will be released for Tirumala and Tirupati Cottages. Tirumala is highly preferred for the stay. Next, comes Tirupati accommodation booking. Accommodation can be booked for a day in online and Room extension may not be possible at Tirumala and Tirupati.

Tirupati Travel

Pilgrims who get down at Tirupati Railway station can easily reach Tirumala by bus. Buses run with high frequency from Tirupati Railway station. Every 3 mins there will be a bus departs from Tirupati bus station. 

Every 3 mins there will be a bus departs from Tirupati bus station. 

Pilgrims who get down at Tirupati Airport can reach Tirumala either by Bus (Runs with 1-hour interval) or by Private Taxi. It is good to reach Tirupati bus station from Airport as Charges are Little high from Tirupati Airport to Tirumala.

Pilgrims who reach Renigunta Railway station can reach Tirupati Bus station by Bus. Renigunta Bus station is 2 mins walk from Renigunta Railway station.

Tirupati Interesting Places

In Tirumala, APSRTC runs a bus from Tirumala Bus station to Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple, Akasa Ganga, Papavinasnam, Chakra Theertham, Sila Thoranam and Srivari Padalu. Remaining temples can be covered by walk.

Chandra Dosha Nivarana Pooja Timings

Chandra Dosha Nivarana Pooja Timings

Thingalur Chandran Temple

As per the legend. Chandran had 27 wives, who are daughters of Daksha Prajapathi, among all his wives, Rohini was his favorite. Chandran used to spend most of his time Rohini, ignoring other wives. Knowing this from his Daughters, Daksha cursed Chandran that he would gradually fade away. Chandran did penance for Lord Siva here, to get relieved from Daksha's curse. To save Chandran the curse, Siva decorated him on his head as the crescent moon. As Daksha's curse can't be ignored, Chandran will Wane for the first 15 days, and Waning for the next 15 days.

Temple Timings

Morning Hours: 7 am  - 1 pm

Evening Hours: 4 pm - 9 pm

Somamangalam Somanatheeswarar Temple 

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. The presiding deity is called by Somanatheeswarar. Temple is 10 km from kundrathur and is  the ancient shrine which was built by Kulothunga Chola. This is one of the Navagraha Sthalam in Chennai which is dedicated to Chandran. The uniqueness of this temple that Nandi will not face the deity Siva inside the temple. It is believed that Chandran did penance here for Lord Siva.

Suryanar Temple Pooja Timings

Suryanar Temple Pooja Timings

Sooriyanar Temple Aduthurai

Temple is located in the East Kumbakonam and is 2 km from Aduthurai. Sun resides here with his consorts Ushadevi and Chhaya Devi. It is said that Sun God did penance here for Lord Siva and relieved from Brahma's curse.

Temple Timings - 6 A.M. to 12.30 P.M. and 4 P.M. to 8 P.M.

Arasavalli Surya Narayana Swamy Temple

It was mentioned in Padma Purana that Suryanarayana (Sun God) born to Sage Kashyap and Aditi. It was the Sage Kashyap who installed Suryanarayana (Sun God) at this place. Temple is located in Srikakulam District, Andhra Pradesh.

Temple Darshan Timings

Morning Hours: 6:00 am - 12:30 pm

Evening Hours: 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Agastheeswarar Temple Kolapakkam

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. The presiding deity Agastheeswarar resides here with his consort Anandavalli Thayar. It is said that Sun God did penance here to rejoin with his wife PrathyushaDevi. This temple is one of the Navagraha Sthalam located in Chennai. To reach this temple, one needs to take the diagonal opposite road from MIOT hospital via Manapakkam main road. Temple is 5 km from Chennai Trade Center. The uniqueness of this temple is that there is a shrine dedicated to Suryanar who stays on top of a chariot with 7 horses.  

Angarakan Dosha Nivarana Pooja Sthalam

Angarakan Dosha Nivarana Pooja Sthalam

Vaitheeswaran Koil Sirkali

Angarakan (Chevvai), son of Lord Siva, who born from the drop of Lord Siva's.  Once, When Lord Siva was in deep meditation, a drop of sweat from the Siva's forehead fell on the Earth. A male child was born out of this drop. It is said that Lord Siva cured Angarakan skin disease, following which he joined Navagraha Club.

One should take a holy dip at Temple Tank 'Siddsmrita' before entering the temple, which is believed to possess healing properties for skin diseases.

Vaitheeswaran Koil Poonamalle

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. There is a footprint of Angakaran at the entrance of the temple. This is the Angaraka Sthalam located km away from Poonamalle Bus station. Adi Sankaracharya had installed 3 Chakras inside the shrine, which are, Sri Chakra, Shanmuga Chakra and Subramanya Chakra.

Budhan Pariharam Pooja Timings Booking

Budhan Pariharam Pooja Timings Booking

Thiruvenkadu Budhan Sthalam

Swetharanyeswara Swamy resides here with His Consort Brahma Vidyambal.

Swetharanya means White forest. This temple is famous for Budhan Shanthi. Taking a holy dip at Chandra Theertham, which is at the temple entrance and worshiping Lord Siva will relieve one from Budhan Dosha. Wednesday is the best day for Budhan Pooja.

Temple Timings

Morning Hours: 6:00 am - 12:00 pm

Evening Hours: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Kovur Thirumeyneeswarar Temple

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. Kovur temple near Porur where the great Saint Thyagaraja stayed and composed three famous songs for Lord shiva. This temple is popular as Budhan Sthalam.

As per the Legends, Goddess Kamakshi performed a strict penance to marry Lord Siva by standing on Panchagni in Maangaadu. This Panchagni generated enormous heat and affecting living beings on the Earth. Sages and Devas approached Lord Vishnu for the rescue, who in turn requested Goddess Lakshmi to save the people on the Earth. On His request, Lakshmi did penance here  for Lord Siva in the form of a cow. Impressed with Lakshmi's prayers, Lord Shiva absorbed the heat and it became cooler. From then this place called by "Kopuri" and later into Kovur.

Guru Parihara Sthalam Pooja Timings Booking

Guru Parihara Sthalam Pooja Timings Booking

Abathsahyeswarar Temple, Alangudi

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. The presiding deity Abhathsahyeswarar resides here with his consort Tribuvananayagi. Sage Viswamitra and King Mushukunda and Veerabadra did penance here for Lord Siva. This is Guru Sthalam, where Guru appears in the form of Sri Dakshinamurthy. He is called as Brihaspati as he controls education and fine arts. Temple is reachable from Kumbakonam.

Sri Pallikondeswarar Temple Surutapalli

Surutapalli Temple is the only Shrine where Lord Shiva is seen in the reclining position (sleeping position) also called as Neelakantha. It is here the Prodhosha Kala pooja has begun since ages. By performing this Prodhosha Kala pooja everyone will find complete solutions and get rid of poverty, ill health and will be bestowed with wealth and prosperity. This is one of the most auspicious Pooja in the Hindu Dharma.

Thittai Vasishteswara Swamy Temple

Vasishteswara Swamy temple in the village "Thittai" near Thanjavur is an ancient temple.  The presiding deity is popular by Vasishteswarar as Saint Vasishta worshipped the deity here for years. The uniqueness of this temple is that there is a separate shrine for "Guru Bhagavan" which is located between Vasishteswarar and Loganayaki Sannidhis. This temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. It is said that the Lord Vishnu created the Temple tank with his "Chakra", hence the name "Chakra Theertham"

Sukra Parihara Sthalam Pooja Timings

Sukra Parihara Sthalam Pooja Timings

Kanjanur Sukran Temple

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. The presiding deity Agniswarar residing here with his consort Karpagambal. It is one of the Navagraha Sthalam and is dedicated to Sukran (Venus). As per the legends, Agni (God for fire) did penance here for the Lord Siva. Temple is 18 km from Kumbakonam and is easily reachable from Kumbakonam Railway station and bus station. Worshipping Sukuran on Friday is preferable. 

Velleeswarar Mangadu Temple

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. The presiding deity Velleeswarar resides here with His Consort goddess Kamakshi. The Velleeswarar Temple is located in Mangadu, in Chennai suburb. The temple is around 1.5 km from the Mangadu bus station. Temple. While going towards Poonamallee from Porur, Mangadu can be reached by taking the left turn at Kumananchavadi (before Poonamallee) and going around 3-4 km towards Kundrathur.  Sukran did penance here for Lord Siva.

Shani Dosh Nivaran Pooja Timings Benefits

Shani Dosh Nivaran Pooja Timings Benefits

Thirunallar Temple

Thirunallar Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva . Lord Siva is known as Darbaranyeswarar here and Goddess Parvathi as Bhogamartha Poonmulai Amman.  One will be relieved from Shani Dasa completely or to some extent by having a bath at Brahma Theertham and Praying for Lord siva here in wet clothes.  This place was originally called by Darbaranya, as this region was fully covered with Darba grass. Shani Peyarchi festival will be celebrated in a grand as thousands of devotees visit this temple to offer prayers to the deity.

Morning Hours: 6:00 am - 12:30 pm

Evening Hours: 4:00 pm  - 8:30 pm

Kuchanur Suyambu Sri Saneeswara Bhagavan

It is said that Sani Bhagavan did penance here for Lord Siva and got relieved from Brahmmahathi dosha. Kuchanur is 30 kms from Theni, and 100 Km from Madurai. Kuchanur Sani Bhagavan temple is known For Shani doshas, Sade Sathi and Elre Sani. Sani Bhagavan self-manifested here. Devotees take a holy dip in the Surabi river before offering prayers to Saneeswara. Poojas are performed in the morning hours, at noon and in the evening timings. 

Thiru Kollikaadu Pongu Saneeswaran

Saneeswaran was disappointed for being held responsible for all the woes of human beings. He did penance here for Agneeswarar, Lord Siva at Thirukollikaadu after bathing in the Agni theertham. Lord Siva appeared before him and appreciated Saneeswaran in executing his task as per Karma. He further pleased Saneeswaran by asking him to reside in the temple as Pongu Sani, showering his blessings on devotees. This temple remains open for the whole day on Satruday's.

Rahu Ketu parihara sthalam Pooja Timings

Rahu Ketu parihara sthalam Pooja Timings

Sri Kalahasti Temple

Rahu Ketu Kala Sarpa Dosha Nivarana pooja will be performed here on all days. Pooja will be performed in batches from 6 am to 6 pm. Online booking for Pooja tickets is not available as it is on arrival ticket purchase over the counter for the same day Pooja. Pooja will be performed for 40 mins followed by the main deity Darshan.  No need to carry Pooja Samagri as Temple is going to provide the required material.

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. This temple is one of Pancha Bhootha Sthalam and Lord Siva here represents air.

Thirunageswaram Temple

Abhishekam will be performed during Raghu Kaalam. Temple is located near Kumbakonam. The Direct bus is available from Kumbakonam bus station to this temple. Online booking is not available for this Pooja. It is on arrival purchase over the counter for the same day Pooja.

Thirupampuram Temple

Temple is known for Rahu and Ketu Pariharam. Homam will be performed during Rahu Kalam Timings. This Pooja costs Rs.5500. Temple is near Kumbakonam. P0oja takes 2 hour which involves taking a holy dip in the Pushkarini. Online booking is not available for this Parihara Pooja. It is on arrival purchase over the counter. Plan to reach Kumbakonam a day in advance to purchase the ticket and plan for the pooja.

Nageswaran Koil

Temple is dedicated to Lord Siva. Temple is known for Rahu Dosha Nivarana Pooja. As per the Legend, Serpent King Adisesha, Thakshak and Karkotaka worshipped Lord Siva here. Online booking is not available for the Poojas/Sevas here. 

Tirupati accommodation advance booking Procedure

Tirupati accommodation advance booking Procedure

Online booking is available for the cottages, Srivinivasam complex, Madhavam Guesthouse and Vishnu Nivasam

Srinivasam Complex and Madhavam Guesthouse are located right opposite to Tirupati bus station.

Vishnu Nivasam is located right opposite to Tirupati Railway station.

Room allotment counter opens for 24 hours for Internet bookings at all these cottages.  

Rooms are allotted for 24 hours from the time of check-in. 

Pilgrims can choose the check-in slot while booking the room in online depending on their arrival time in Tirupati.

Accommodation can be booked 90 days in advance. 

One can book 1 room for 24 hours using 1 login ID.

Srivari Mettu Opening Closing Timings

Srivari Mettu Opening Closing Timings

Srivari Mettu opens from 6 am till 5:30 pm for the devotees. Divya Darshan tokens will be issued at 1200th Step which is 1.4 km from the entrance. It is 2.1 km from the Entrance to the Hill Top. Srivari Mettu path opens on all in a week.  It is said the Lord Venkateswara himself took this path to reach Tirumala along with Goddess Padmavathi after their marriage. It is advisable to take these steps with barefoot as these hills are holy.

Vehicle parking for four wheeler and two wheeler is available at the entrance. Four and Two Wheelers can be parked here and can be collected next day. Security staff will be monitoring the premises so vehicles are safe. 

Srivari Mettu path closes by 5:30 pm so it may not be possible to collect vehicle on the same day as path closes on the both sides ie. from Srivari Mettu to Tirumala and Tirumala to Srivari Mettu. Usually, Auto rickshaws and Buses runs till 5:00 pm -6:00 pm to the entrance so transportation may not be available after 6 pm. 

If you are planning for Darshan on a weekday then you can easily collect the vehicle by trekking down the hills thru Srivari Mettu. 

It is 6 km from Srivari Mettu to Srinivasa Mangapuram and 11 km from Srinivasa Mangapuram to Tirupati.

Vehicles can be parked here at free of cost. No parking fees for Four wheelers and Two Wheelers. 

Srisailam Kalyanam Tickets Booking

Srisailam Kalyanam Tickets Booking

Srisailam Kalyanam Tickets Booking Procedure, Ticket Cost

Kalyanam Ticket Costs: Rs.1000 for Single or Couple

Srisailam Temple Kalyanotsavam Tickets Online Booking Procedure

1. Kalyanotsavam tickets can be booked online at srisailamonline website.
2. Ticket Costs Rs.1500 for a couple.
3. This pooja can be performed as a single or as a couple.
4. Tickets can be booked 60 days in advance.
5. Tickets are non-transferable.

Srisailam Temple Kalyanotsavam Tickets Current booking

1. Tickets can be purchased over the counter for the same day Seva
2. Please carry Photo ID proof
3. Photo of the devotee will be printed on the ticket
4. Tickets can be purchased at the Donation centre

Crowd will be high on Mondays and other special days so online booking is preferable in those days.

Srisailam Temple Special Samuhika Abhishekam

Srisailam Temple Special Samuhika Abhishekam

Srisailam Temple Special Samuhika Abhishekam Procedure

Utsava deities of Lord Siva and Goddess Brahmarambika will be placed on the dais. Devotees are allowed to sit in a row. No need to carry any pooja materials as it is already set up by the temple staff itself. All Mantras and Pooja process will be performed at the Kalyana Mantap. Preist will recite the Mantras of Rudrabhishekam. 

Devotees are supposed to take Bilwa leaves into their hands, later Bilwa leaves to be placed in the copper vessel. The Devotee then closes the vessel with his hand. This pooja process goes for 30 mins. While pooja is in progress, temple staff will be distributing Bahanumanam to the devotees. At the end, devotees are allowed to perform abhisheka to the main deity inside sanctum sanctorum with the same water. Devotees will be allowed thru the special line to perform Abhishekam. Devotees are allowed to pour the water and wash the deity with their own hands. Later devotees used to touch their head with the deity. After Abhishekam, devotees will have Darshan of the Goddess Brahmarambika Devi. With this Abhishekam and Darshan will be completed.