Chikka Tirupathi Karnataka

CHIKKA TIRUPATI

Chikka Tirupati, Karnataka, India

God

Temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara Swamy facing in East direction. Here deity is in standing posture, 3 and 1/2 feet in height. The right hand of the idol is held up towards the sky in what is called Aabhaya Hasta.

Goddess

Goddess Sri Devi and Bhoo Devi are the consorts of Lord Venkateswara.

Best Season To Visit

The best season to visit this temple is Winter season. The best months to visit are September to February.

Weather

Highest - April to June (38°C during day and 26°C during night)Average - May (37°C during the day and 21°C during night)Lowest - October to February (27°C during day and 18°C during night)Monsoon season - August to September

Dress Code

For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
These rules are applicable for foreigners also. Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.
Pilgrims/visitors will not be allowed inside the temple if dress code is not followed.

Do's & Dont's

Do bathe and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
Do respect ancient customs and co-piligrims while at temple.

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the temple premises.

transport connections

Name	Distance	Contact Number
Malur Bus stand	16.5 KM	9449596666
Malur Railway Station	17 KM	139
Kempegowda International Airport	67 KM	18001800033

Railway Station Name	Distance	Contact Number
Malur Railway Station	17 KM	139

Airport Name	Distance	Contact Number
Kempegowda International Airport	67 KM	18001800033

Architecture

Chikka Tirupati has been modelled after the famous Venkateswara temple of Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. So,it is called chikka tirupati, chikka means in kannada small. Temple is facing in East direction, constructed in Dravidian style of architecture. The temple has a 5-tiered gopuram very impressive gopuram that leads to the temple is an intricately designed structure with detailed crafting of structures and deities on it. From the entrance tower, the central shrine is located in the axis through the Dwajasthamba (flagstaff) metallic bronze pillar. There is an inscription on the stone wall of the temple about Chola kings.

Religious Significance

Legend date back to Dwapara Yuga, Agni Deva had severe stomach ache after accepting ghee for 100 years continuously. He then prayed Lord Brahma fo the remedy. Brahma suggested him to perform Kandava Dahanam as the forest has natural herbs. Agni stepped back as Indra’s friend Takshak was living in this forest with his family. He then approached Lord Krishna and Arjuna who offered him the protection. With their help, Agni raised himself high and burnt the forest. Indra tried hard to defend the snake Takshak but all his efforts went vain. Takshak who escaped with minor injuries cursed Agni to lose his divinity. Agni then prayed Lord Siva for the help. Lord Siva suggested him to perform penance for Lord Vishnu. Agni relieved from the curse and installed Lord Vishnu and named Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy.

History

Chikka Tirupathi temple was built by Chola king in 11th century.

Temple Timings

Day	Timings
All Days	06:00 AM - 07:30 PM

Tours

Airports

Airport Name	Distance
Shamshabad	40 KM
Lorem Ipsum	12 KM

Railway Stations

Railway Station Name	Distance
Secunderabad	10 KM
Nampally	12 KM
Begumpet	6 KM
Lingampally	20 KM

Bus Stations

Bus Station Name	Distance
MGBS	35 KM
CBS	28 KM
kukatpally	20 KM
Lingampally	30 KM
Uppal	35 KM

Private Transports

Transport Name	Distance	Contact Number
Private Transport	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757