About Swami Pushkarini
Swami Pushkarini is the sacred temple tank located adjacent to the Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. Situated in the Tirumala Hills of the Eastern Ghats, it is considered the most sacred water body associated with Lord Venkateswara. Pilgrims traditionally take a holy dip here before temple darshan. The rectangular tank with stepped ghats and mandapas is central to Tirumala's pilgrimage rituals and festivals.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large rectangular stepped temple tank with stone ghats and mandapas located immediately north of the main Tirumala temple. The tank is surrounded by paved walkways and viewing areas. Pilgrims gather to take a ritual dip, offer prayers, and perform religious rites. The setting is serene within the temple complex, with views of temple gopurams and hills. Access is via steps leading down to the water.
Key highlights
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Sacred temple tank directly adjacent to Tirumala Venkateswara Temple
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Traditional holy dip before darshan of Lord Venkateswara
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Rectangular tank with stone-stepped ghats and pillared mandapas
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Central venue for annual Teppotsavam float festival
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Considered the most sacred of the seven teerthams of Tirumala