Silathoranam Natural Arch

Silathoranam Natural Arch is a distinctive natural rock arch located in the Tirumala Hills near Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, about 1 km north of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. Formed from quartzite rock, the arch measures about 8 metres high and 3 metres wide and is considered a rare geological formation in Asia. Maintained within a landscaped garden by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, it is notable for its geological age and cultural association with the temple.

Visitors can expect a fenced natural rock arch set within a small landscaped garden on the Tirumala Hills. The arch is viewed from a designated viewing area with barricades and pathways. The surroundings include rocky terrain, forested hills, and maintained gardens. Visitors can observe the geological formation, take photographs from the viewing point, and explore the garden area. The site is close to the Tirumala temple complex and is typically visited as a short stop combined with nearby viewpoints and theerthams.