Tirupathi is situated at 67-km
from Chittoor in the state of AndhraPradesh, India. Tirupathi is one of the
important pilgrim centres in India. The ancient and sacred temple of Sri
Venkateswara is located on the seventh peak, Venkatachala (Venkata Hill) of the
Tirupathi Hill. This historic shrine of SriVenkateswara is famous all over the
country and attracts pilgrims from all overthe country who stand in line for
hours together to obtain a glimpse of thepresiding deity for a few fleeting
seconds. The shrine is located on a hill atTirumala, a cluster of seven hills
known as Seshachalam or Venkatachalam with an elevation of 853m (2, 800ft.)
above the sea level. It is said to be the richest temple in the world. This
temple is a vibrant cultural and philanthropic institution with a grand history
spanning several centuries. All the great dynasties of rulers of the southern
peninsula paid homage to Lord Sri Venkateswara in this ancient shrine.
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