Darshan:
The pilgrims visit and pay homage to
Adivaraha idol in the Sri Varaha Swami Temple, situated on the banks of
the tank before visiting Sri Venkateswara Temple. The devotees stand in
line for hours together to obtain a glimpse of the presiding deity for a
few fleeting seconds. Different darshans are arranged for the convenience
of the pilgrims,
Trip time:
It is an engrossing place
where you can spend one whole day just wandering about.
Weather
check:
Tirupati-Balaji normally has a very hot and humid climate.
The temperature reaches a high of 40°C during summers, while it touches a
low of 15°C during winters. The best time to visit Tirupati-Balaji is
during the winter season, between September and February.
Transport connectivity:
» Air: The nearest
airport is at Tirupati.
» Rail: Tirupati is the nearest
railway station. There are trains that travel via Renigunta or Gudur, but
do not touch Tirupati. In such cases, Renigunta (just 10-km from Tirupati)
or Gudur (100-km from Tirupati), are convenient points to alight. From
Renigunta/Gudur, one can reach Tirupati by train, bus, or taxi.
» Buses: APSRTC buses run from all the important places in
the state and between Tirupati and Tirumala. TTD also runs buses between
Tirupati and Tirumala, free of cost. Taxis are also available over here.