Latest Updates on TTD Darshan, Ticket Bookings, Accommodation

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1. Introduction

More than 5,000 years ago, Lord Sri Venkateswara, also known as Srinivasa, Balaji, and Venkatachalapati, lived in Tirumala. Lord Varahaswami had already made Tirumala his home before him. Since then, a large number of devotees have persisted in building impressive entrances on the temple’s walls for many centuries. There are 16.2 acres of land dedicated to the temple complex.

2. Location:

• Tirumala Tirupati is located in the southeastern state of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated in the Chittoor district, approximately 20 kilometers northwest of the city of Tirupati. The temple town of Tirumala is nestled amidst the scenic Eastern Ghats, offering a serene and picturesque backdrop for spiritual pursuits.

State: Andhra Pradesh

District: Chittoor

Pincode: 517501

Forest: Seshachalam

3. How to Reach Tirumala?

i) By Road:

• With a frequency of one bus every two minutes, Tirumala is accessible via direct bus from Tirupati. There are direct buses available as well from Vellore, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Paid taxis and private bus companies also offer service to Tirupati from surrounding cities like Chennai, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and Bangalore.

• automotive Clinic – TTD provides service through its automotive clinic for car breakdowns on ghat roads, levying certain fees on a case-by-case basis. The pilgrims can either report to the GNC in Tirumala or the Toll Gates in Alipiri, or they can call 0877-2263636 for quick assistance.

• The authorities prohibit all forms of transportation on the ghat route connecting Tirupati and Tirumala between 12 AM and 3 AM.

ii) By Train:

There is no Railway station in Tirumala itself. Tirupati, which is located about 26 miles from Tirumala, is home to the closest railway station. With five platforms and an escalator, Tirupati Railway Station is a significant railway hub. It has good access to all of India’s main cities.

iii) By Air:

About 15 miles from Tirupati, in the vicinity of Renigunta, is the closest airport to Tirumala. This domestic airport, which is now undergoing an upgrade to become an international airport, offers direct flights to Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Chennai, New Delhi, and Bangalore.

iv) On Foot:

• To satisfy a commitment, many devotees hike up the hills to Tirumala. Two carefully constructed stone footpaths go to Tirumala. Sopanamargas are the names of these routes. At the base of the hills at Alipiri, the oldest of the two sopanamargas begins. This 11-kilometer pathway is the most used route and is long. The shorter of the two sopanamargas, Srivari Mettu, is only around 6 kilometers long and begins in Chandragiri.

• Restrooms, security, a canteen, drinking water, medical assistance, and piped religious music are all provided and maintained by TTD. In addition, TTD offers free luggage delivery services to devotees who choose to walk the hills to Tirumala.

4. Darshan Services at TTD

i) Sarvadarshanam

• Every day, between 60,000 and 80,000 visitors go to the Sri Venkateswara Temple. To accommodate the large number of pilgrims traveling to Tirumala, TTD has established effective methods of darshan.

• In the Vaikuntham Queue Complex II compartments, travelers can have free darshan as they wait their time to see the Lord. ‘Darshan for all’ is the meaning of the Sanskrit phrase Sarvadarsanam. On various days of the week, Sarvadarsanam has varied times. For timings, please check the weekly temple program.

• On average, Sarvadarsanam is open for roughly 18 hours per day, and on busy days, it is open for 20 hours.

• This darshan can be accessed through the Vaikuntam Queue Complex. A network of interconnecting halls makes up the complex, which leads to the main temple. The main temple is reached by passing through the Queue Complex in an orderly fashion thanks to a well-organized queue system.

TTD offers a variety of amenities in the queue complex, including:

• The waiting pilgrims receive Annaprasadam at no cost.
• Every three hours, waiting pilgrims are given free access to milk, coffee, and tea.
• There is also a free medical facility available.
• There are clean restrooms and RO water accessible.
• Closed-circuit television, which transmits religious programming and music.

ii) Special Darshan

• The creation of the Special Entry Darshan (Seeghra Darshanam) on September 21, 2009, aimed to assist pilgrims in obtaining a rapid darshan. Each pilgrim’s ticket costs Rs. 300, and one laddu is offered without charge. Booking is open twenty-four hours a day.

• With effect from August 27, 2014, advance booking for special entry darshan is now available. Three hours before the Darshan Slot, pilgrims may reserve Special Entry Darshan tickets for the next day, subject to quota availability. When buying Darshan tickets, pilgrims have the option of making an eHundi offering.

• Pilgrims can use Indian Post Offices and the Internet to make an advance reservation for a special entry darshan (https://tirupatibalaji.ap.gov.in).

iii) Special Darshan for Physically disabled and Aged

By purchasing “Differently Abled/Senior Citizen/Medical Cases” tickets well in advance through https://tirupatibalaji.ap.gov.in. Lord Sri Venkateswara can be seen as a pilgrim in Tirumala.

iv) TTD Devastahnam Darshan Timings

Early morning hours at Tirumala Tirupati Balaji Temple start at three in the morning. The next day, the temple shutters at 1:30 AM, however, General Darshan stops after midnight.

The many types of darshans and their corresponding times are listed below:

• The general public is welcome to this Darshan, which is known as Sarva Darshanam. Every day of the week has a separate set of times.
• The Darshan is available every Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:30 AM to 7 PM. From 8 PM till 1 AM the following morning, it resumes.
• The Darshan is offered on Wednesday and Friday from 9 AM until 7 PM and then again from 8 PM until 1 AM the following morning.
• On Thursday, the Darshan begins at 8 AM and runs until 7 PM, then from 8 PM till 1 AM the following morning.
• It is for immediate darshan. VIP darshan (Sheeghra darshan). Each person’s ticket is Rs. 300. On the official website, www.ttdsevaonline.com, pilgrims can also make a reservation in advance. Every day at 9 AM to 3 PM, this Darshan is offered.
• Tirumala Darshan by Walk (Divya Darshan) – This Darshan service is only available to devotees who choose to ascend the hill to the temple on foot. The two routes are Alipiri Mettu and Srivari Mettu.
• Senior citizen-specific darshan is available to pilgrims every day between the hours of 10 AM and 3 PM. They must, however, provide authorities with confirmation of their age.

5. How to Book TTD Darshan Tickets Online

• The TTD website requires pilgrims to register and receive a username and password in order to book Srivari Arjitha Sevas or lodging. Each registered user is granted only one seva within 180 days of Quota availability, and only one accommodation within 90 days of Quota availability.

• After successfully reserving, the system will send email confirmations to the appropriate email addresses, and the booking confirmation will contain information regarding the reporting time for the pilgrims.

• Users can provide feedback on the website tirupatibalaji.ap.gov.in. When only one person is permitted, the system permits the reservation of a maximum of two tickets for the same day and the same seva.

• The website tirupatibalaji.ap.gov.in allows reservations for Srivari Arjitha Sevas 120 days before the quota is filled.

6. Accommodation at Tirumala

• The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams temple management made a few changes on January 1, 2011, to facilitate greater openness in the allocation of lodging to pilgrims.

• In accordance with TTD policies, pilgrims who do not quit their accommodations within 24 hours will face penalties for their lodging. A higher rent of 200% after 48 hours and 400% after 72 hours must be paid if the pilgrim does not leave the lodging within 24 hours.

7. What were the Sevas Provided at the Tirupathi

• Arjitha Sevas
• Daily Sevas
• Weekly Sevas
• Annual or Periodical Sevas

8. Brahmostavams at the TTD

1. Aalaya Suddhi , Mritsangrahanam is the primary event during Brahmotsavam.
2. Dwajarohanam
3. Vishnu Seva
4. Srivari Koluvu
5. Snapanam
6. Choornabhishekam
7. Chakrasnanam
8. Devatodwasanam
9. Dhwajavarohanam

9. Dress Code in Tirumala at Darshan

• To enhance the spiritual atmosphere among devotees visiting Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy in Tirumala, TTD enforced a traditional dress requirement in 2013.

• Initially, the administrators introduced the Venkateswara Nithya Anadama Endowment Scheme specifically for pilgrims participating in Arjitha Sevas. However, they subsequently expanded it to include VIP pilgrims who seek a free darshan of Lord Sri Venkateshwara Swamy, as well as regular pilgrims who pay Rs. 300 or Rs. 50 darshan.

i) Dress Code for Men:

The preferred attire for men is a dhoti or pyjamas with an upper garment.

ii) Dress Code for Women:

The preferred attire for ladies is a saree, half-saree, and blouse, or a churidar and pyjama set.

10. Annaprasadam at TTD:

• On 6-4-1985, the T.T.D Devasthanam’s introduced the Venkateswara Nithya Anadama Endowment Scheme with the honorable Chief Minister of A.P. presiding over it. Sri Nandamuri Taraka Ramarao Garu provides complimentary meals to 2,000 pilgrims each day at Tirumala.

• With effect from 1-4-1994, the authorities converted the plan into a separate trust called the “SRI VENKATESWARA NITHYA ANNADANAM TRUST.” The Executive Officer of T.T.D. serves as the Chairman of the Trust. Later, on April 1, 2014, they changed the name of the Trust to “SRI VENKATESWARA ANNAPRASADAM TRUST.”

• The trust utilizes the funds donated by devotees and donors from around the world to operate. It places all the donations in nationalized banks and uses the money earned on those deposits to cover the trust’s expenses.

• The qualifying donors will get an acknowledgment, an income tax exemption certificate under section 80(G) 50%, and donor passbooks. Prior to June 2008, the authorities at Sri Vari Tirumala Temple used to issue tokens to pilgrims who had darshan and consumed Annaprasadams.

Description	Timings	Food Items
Tiffin	09-00 A.M. to 10.30 A.M.	Upma / Pongal / Vermicelli Upma along with Chutney
Launch	10.30 A.M. to 04.00 P.M.	Chakkara Pongal, Curry, Chutney, Rice, Sambar, Rasam & Buttermilk
Dinner	05-00 P.M. to 11 P.M.	Do

11. TTD Prasadam (Laddu)

• TTD Prasadam, specifically the Laddu, is an integral part of the divine experience at Tirumala Tirupati. The temple offers the laddu, considered sacred and blessed, as Prasadam (sacred food) to devotees visiting the temple. Here’s some information about TTD Prasadam, particularly the Laddu:

• The laddu is not just a sweet treat but holds immense spiritual significance. Devotees consider it a privilege to receive and consume the Prasadam of Lord Venkateswara, which symbolizes his blessings and divine grace. They believe that it brings good fortune, prosperity, and fulfillment of desires.

12. Visit Places Nearby Tirumala

Swami Pushkarini, the Akasa Ganga Waterfalls, the Temple Museum, the Asthana Mandapams, the Sila Thoranam, the Sri Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple, the Sri Hathiramjee Mutt, the Sri Bedi Anjaneya Swamy Temple, the Srivari Sikhara Darshanam, and the Srivari Sikhara Darshanam.

Ganapathi temple in kanipakam, Srikalahasthi, Tiruchanuru, Sri Govindarajaswami temple, ISKCON Tirupathi…etc.

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