Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Tirupati the Lord of the Sacred Hill

Tirupati is a city known for its temple. The name of the place is derived from the word Tripathi meaning "Lord of the Sacred Hill". It also translates into "Sacred Abode of Vishnu"



The Tirumala Hills here is the second oldest rock mountains in the world. Places of interest here are:
  • Lord Venkateshawara Temple
  • Govindarajaswamy Temple
  • Silathoranam
  • Padmavati Temple

21 comments:

  1. What a stunning combination of natural beauty and human history this area has.

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  2. Lots of stairs to climb and these folks were successful. Nice job on the photograph.
    JM, Illinois-U.S.A.

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  3. Beautiful views from that mountain top!

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  4. Nice to know the name meaning of Tirupati and u got a beautiful shot in front!

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  5. Beautiful pics.Thanks for sharing.

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  6. Yet another beautiful temple ~ great images ~

    Happy Weekend to you ~ ^_^

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  7. Ancient worlds ...really makes one think.

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  8. Anonymous08:51

    What a lovely view!

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  9. I never knew that it is the second oldest rock. Nice photos!

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  10. I would love to visit those places obe day!
    Thanks for showing:)

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  11. I like the view from the top of the hill. Have a great weekend, Rajesh.

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  12. One very important Temple to visit in Southern India!
    Have a Happy Weekend!
    Peace :)

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  13. What a wonderful view!
    Happy weekend!

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  14. India is such an interesting place. Pleased to meet a fellow scenery blogger.

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  15. I find the pilgrims just as interesting as the setting! I can't imagine climbing to that height in the beautiful yellow sari!

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  16. Both are great shots

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  17. Nice shots Rajesh; have a good Sunday

    much love...

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  18. Anonymous07:44

    Beautiful mountains!

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  19. Beautiful place

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