Tirupati and Puttaparty: Gateways to God

India has a lot to reveal to those who have zeal to explore it. Rich in its culture and traditions, its every state has a different value. Tirupati and Puttaparty are two places in India that are revered for their religious charisma in the Hindu culture. Both of these places are considered to be the gateways to the ultimate destiny.

History

The name of the city literally refers to the “Lord of Lakshmi”. Tirupati has a great infrastructure and is situated at the foothills of Tirumala. These Tirumala hills are the most ancient rock mountains in India and are the second oldest of the world’s. Tamil literature talks about these hills. It is also considered the abode of Venkateshwar (Vishnu) and the Kaliyug Vaikuntha. It is an important place for the Vaishavas.

Puttaparty is famously known because of the reason that it is the residence of Bhagwan Shri Satya Sai Baba. Otherwise Puttaparty was a mere village but now it has got national as well as International fame. It is situated on the southern-western part of the Andhra Pradesh. Puttaparty is a beautiful natural place enclosed by rocky and arid hills that border Karnataka.

Tourist Places at Tirupati

Tirupati is situated in the southern part of the Andhra Pradesh with an average elevation of almost 51 feet. It is a place close to nature and the Tirumala hill is 3200 ft above the sea level. It includes the seven famous peaks – Venkatadri, Garudadri, Neeladri, Seshadri, Anjanadri, Narayandri, and Vrishabhadri. You can enjoy the view of these peaks. Besides that, being a religious place there are a number of popular temples in Tirupati that should be visited. Some of these are Kodanda Rama Swamy Temple, Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Padmavati Temple, Tirumala Venkateshwar Temple, Sri Kapileshwaraswami Temple, Sri Veda Narayanaswami Temple, Sri Chennakeshavaswami Temple, Tallapaka, Sri Annapurna Sameta Kashi Vishweshwaraswami Temple, Bugga Agraharam, Sri Kariyamanikyaswami Temple, Nagiri, Nagalapuramand Alamelu Mangamma Shrine in Alamelumangapuram that is also known as Thiruchanoor.

Tourist Places in Puttaparty

The main attraction of Puttaparty is the Sai Baba ashram, called the Prasanthi Nilayam. It is a huge complex that can accommodate hundreds of people who come to visit Sai Baba. The ashram also has canteen, museum library and other shops. And people need to go through a long queue to attend the meetings with the Sai Baba. The other tourist places outside this ashram are Satyabhama Temple, the village mosque, Sri Raju Kalyana Madapam, Kalpa Vriksha, Chitravati River, Hanuman Swami temple, and the birthplace of Bhagwan Sai.

Culture

Tirupati has an amalgamation of tradition and modernism. Here, you can find people still roaming in the tradition attire of chira, lungi and pancha and also the modern dresses as well. Similarly, when it comes to celebrating the festivals, people of Tirupati celebrate all the major festivals of the Vaishnavas. However, the two most important festivals celebrated in this area constitute of the annual Braham-mahotsava and the local festival Gangamma Jathra. Additionally, you can find the latest modes of entertainment also.

On the other hand, Puttaparty celebrates the birthday of Sri Sai baba with great enthusiasm. For them this is their festival and the place is of course famous because of Baba’s ashram only.

Tirupati and Puttaparty are mainly religious places that are visited basically for the spiritual reasons. Nevertheless, the traditions of the local people and the architecture of the ancient shrines add to the charm of both these places and attract more tourists.

Tirupati Puttaparthy Tour

11 Nights 12 Days

Destinations Covered: Delhi > Jaipur > Agra > Delhi > Chennai > Tirupatri > Puttaparthy.

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Tour Days	Tour Program
Tour Day 01	Arrive Delhi On arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, our representative will be waiting for you with a sign board bearing your name and you will be transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi. ( In case of any difficulty call us on our 24 x 7 No. +91 9810383473 ).
Tour Day 02	City Tour of Delhi This morning after breakfast first you will visit old Delhi. The Raj Ghat, Red fort & Jama Masjid are important places to visit, you may also visit Chandni Chowk, spice market etc. Later on proceed to visit the New Delhi. The Qutub Minar, tallest stone tower in India, imposing India Gate and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and, newly built Akshardham temple are of much significance. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Tour Day 03	Delhi to Jaipur This morning after breakfast you will drive to the pink city of Jaipur, On arrival check into your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Tour Day 04	Jaipur City Tour This morning after breakfast visit the Amber fort, built in 16th century, enjoy an elephant ride at Amber. Drive past the Hawa Mahal-a Palace of winds. In the afternoon you will visit the city palace and museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Tour Day 05	Jaipur to Agra This morning after breakfast you will drive to Mughal city Agra and check into your hotel. Enroute you will visit the Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Tour Day 06	Agra-Visit to Tajmahal & Transfer to Delhi This Morning after breakfast visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar, and the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. You may also visit Dayal Bagh. By evening you will be transferred back to Delhi. Overnight at hotel.
Tour Day 07	Delhi to Chennai by Flight This morning you will be transferred to Delhi airport to take a flight to Chennai. On arrival at Chennai airport pick up and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Tour Day 08	Chennai City Tour & Proceed to Tirupati Balaji After Breakfast leave for sightseeing of Chennai, the first British major settlement in India. Visit Kapleshwara temple, St. Thomas Church, Art Gallery, St. George Fort & Marina beach (2nd longest beach of the world after California). Later this evening proceed to Tirupati Balaji, a four hrs drive from Chennai. Overnight at hotel in Tirupati.
Tour Day 09	Tirupati Balaji Darshan & drive to Puttaparthy This morning proceed to Tirupati Balaji Temple and after having “DARSHAN” back to your hotel. After lunch proceed to Puttaparthy. Overnight at Puttaparthy.
Tour Day 10	Puttaparthy-Sai Baba Darshan & Transfer to Bangalore. This morning after breakfast visit the Sai Baba Aashram & later this evening proceed back to Bangalore. Overnight at hotel in Bangalore.
Tour Day 11	Bangalore City Tour Bangalore known as Garden City is also a beautifully planned business city. This morning after breakfast proceed for a sightseeing tour of Bangalore, The Bull Temple to view the awesome monolithic deity which draws devotees from all over the country. Also visit Lal Bagh and Botanical Garden. In the evening walk around the city and time for shopping. Over night at the hotel.
Tour Day 12	Transfer to Bangalore Airport for your onward Journey Today you will be transferred to Bangalore Airport for your onward journey.

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Your Tour Includes:

11 Nights accommodation in hotels with breakfast on twin sharing basis..
All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air conditioned car with English speaking driver.
Car Including: Fuel, Parking, Road tax, Toll tax, State taxes and Driver Expenses.
Elephant ride at Amer fort rampart.
Flight from Delhi to Chennai in economy class.
All applicable hotel & transport taxes.

Your Tour Does Not Includes:

Any meals other than those specified.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Entrance fees during sightseeing.
Any other item not specified.
International airfare.

Terms & conditions:

The hotels and services mentioned in the itinerary are subject to confirmation.
The rates give below may change in case of change in hotels, transport rates or Government taxes.

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Hotels to be provided:

Valid from 1st October 2010 to 31st March 2011, (Except 20th December 2010 to 05th January 2011)

City	Number of Nights	Standard Hotels	Deluxe Hotels	Luxury Hotels
Delhi	3	Hotel Karat 87	Hotel Florence Inn	Hotel The Park
Jaipur	2	Hotel Glitz	Hotel Mandawa Haveli	Hotel Park Prime
Agra	1	Hotel Royale Residency	Hotel Amar	Hotel Clarks Shiraz
Chennai	1	Hotel Mars	Hotel Radha Park Inn	Radisson GRT Hotel
Tirupati	1	Hotel Ramee Guestline	Hotel Sindhuri Park	Fortune Kences Hotel
Puttaparthy	1	Hotel Sri Sai Sadan	Hotel Sai Renaissance	Hotel Sai Towers
Bangalore	2	Hotel Basant Residency	Hotel St. Marks	Hotel Regalis
Cost for a single Person traveling alone.		US$ 1255	US$ 1645	US$ 3275
Cost per person on twin sharing basis.		US$ 740	US$ 970	US$ 1850
Group Rates		On request	On request	On request

Valid from 1st April 2011 to 30th September 2011

Cost for a single Person traveling alone.	US$ 1160	US$ 1515	US$ 3025
Cost per person on twin sharing basis.	US$ 670	US$ 875	US$ 1675
Group Rates	On request	On request	On request