Tirumala Salakatla Brahmotsavam
The annual nine-day Brahmotsavam of Sri Venkateswara at Tirumala — vahana sevas each morning and evening, the Garuda Seva that draws several lakh pilgrims, and Chakrasnanam on the final day. Dates are announced by TTD each year.
Highlights
- Garuda Seva on day five
- Rathotsavam chariot procession
- Chakrasnanam at Swami Pushkarini
Dates that follow the lunar calendar are announced by the organisers each year — confirm before you travel. Found an error? Tell us.
While you're there
Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Temple
The seven hills of Venkateswara — the world's most visited temple
Kapila Theertham
A Shiva temple at the foot of the hills with its own waterfall
Srikalahasti Temple
The Vayu-linga on the Swarnamukhi — home of Rahu–Ketu pooja
Chandragiri Fort
The last Vijayanagara capital, with a Raja Mahal museum
More events nearby
Flamingo Festival, Pulicat–Nelapattu
The district administration's annual celebration of the migratory season — birdwatching at Nelapattu and Pulicat, boat rides, exhibitions and cultural programmes when flamingos and pelicans are at their peak.
Vaikuntha Ekadasi at Tirumala
The Vaikuntha Dwaram — the northern gate of the sanctum — is opened for ten days around Vaikuntha Ekadasi; darshan through it is the most sought-after of the year and is issued by TTD through special tokens.