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.
Highlights
- Vaikuntha Dwara darshan
- Ten-day token system
- Chakrasnanam on Dwadasi
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
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.
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.