Built recently in 2005, the ISKCON Temple has become one of the most popular destinations in Tirupati. Earlier, there was a smaller Krishna shrine here that was constructed in 1982.

Overview

Built recently in 2005, the ISKCON Temple has become one of the most popular destinations in Tirupati. Earlier, there was a smaller Krishna shrine here that was constructed in 1982.The facade of the temple has carved wooden panels supported by ornate pillars.The sanctum, on the first floor, has a rather regal air it looks more like the Durbar Hall of a place than a temple.There are marble idols of Radha and Krishna along with their eight attendants.As you exit the temple,you will come across a stall selling humongous,delicious laddoos(Rs.50).Downstairs, there are shops selling spiritual publications, incense and a host of knickknacks. As you exit the sanctum, you will inevitably encounter overbearing salesmen proffering copies of the Bhagavad Gita.

Significance

There is a small cowshed in the complex-cow protection is one of the primary activities of the temple as well as a reservoir, guesthouse and restaurant. Free prasadam (usually curd rice) is served next to the entrance of the temple complex.

 

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How to Reach

The nearest airport is Tirupati Airport.

The nearest railway station is at Tirupati. 

One can take a bus from the bus stand to Iskcon temple or else hire auto rickshaw to the temple. Alipiri bus stand is just a walkable distance.

Best time to visit

Highlights

SV Museum-The Museum has about 6,000 artefacts and displays, both historical and contemporary, related to the temple.

Silathoranam-One of the few natural arches in Asia, Silathoranam is a unique geological formation that took shape about 1,500 million years ago.

Chakra Theertham-A sacred waterfall next to which there are shrines with idols.

Srivari Padalu-It said that Lord Venkateswara first set his feet on earth at Narayanagiri.

Akasaganga Theertham-On the route from Tirumala to Akasaganga, you will first come across the Gogarbham Dam on your left.

Papavinasam-Papavinasam is where visitors go to wash off their sins (papa-sin,vinasam-destruction).

Govindaraja Swamy Temple-It is one of the largest and most significant temples in the region, built in 1130 CE by Ramanujacharya.

Kapila Theertham-Waterfalls cascading from the Seshachalam Hills to Tirupati, Kapila Theertham is one of the most marvellous.

Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park-Spread over an area of 290 hectares in the Seshachalam foothills has about  500 animals, birds and reptiles.

Tiruchannur-A trip to Tirupati customarily ends at the padmavathi Ammari Temple in Tiruchanur, also known as Alamelumangapuram.

Chandragiri Fort-Have been established in 1000 CE by Immadi Narasinga Yadavaraya who ruled from Narayanavanam

Srikalahasti-Is an important Shaivite pilgrimage centre, which has earned it the moniker of Dakshina Kasi

Talakona Waterfalls-Cascading from a height of 270ft,Talakona is the tallest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh.

Horsley Hills-From atop Horsley Hills, the terrain seems beautiful yet bleak. Dry, rugged hills and stony plains stretch as the eye can see.

Bhuvaraha Swamy Temple-After that,prayers are offered at the Bhuvaraha Swamy Temple before heading to the Venkateswara Temple