South India Temple Guide

A curated list of divine destinations. Plan your pilgrimage with details on distances, timings, and significance.

Major Temples Around Tirupati

Sacred destinations within a short drive, perfect for weekend itineraries.

Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

Tirumala

The Kaliyuga Vaikuntam. The world's most visited temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara atop the Seshachala hills.

Distance~21 km from Tirupati

StayTirumala TTD Cottages / Tirupati Hotels

Srikalahasteeswara Temple

Srikalahasti

Known as the Dakshina Kailasam. A Vayu Lingam shrine famous for Rahu-Ketu Sarpa Dosha Nivarana poojas.

Distance~38 km from Tirupati

Darshan6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

StayHotels in Srikalahasti / Tirupati

Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple

Kanipakam

Home to a Swayambhu (self-manifested) Vinayaka idol that is believed to be growing in size over time.

Distance~62 km from Tirupati

Darshan4:00 AM – 9:30 PM

StayGuest houses in Kanipakam / Chittoor

Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple

Tiruchanur

The abode of Goddess Padmavathi. It is tradition to visit here after having darshan of Lord Venkateswara.

Distance~5 km from Tirupati

Darshan5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

StayTirupati City Hotels

Tamil Nadu Temple Circuit

Architectural marvels and ancient Divya Desams.

Ramanathaswamy Temple

Rameswaram

A Jyotirlinga shrine connected to the Ramayana, featuring 22 holy theerthams and the world's longest corridor.

Distance~560 km from Tirupati

Darshan5:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

StayLodges & Hotels near West Gate

Meenakshi Amman Temple

Madurai

A masterpiece of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi, known for its towering gopurams.

Distance~495 km from Tirupati

Darshan5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

StayHotels near Town Hall Road

Brihadeeswarar Temple

Thanjavur

A UNESCO World Heritage site built by the Cholas, featuring a massive monolithic Nandi and 216ft Vimana.

Distance~430 km from Tirupati

Darshan6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

StayHeritage Hotels in Thanjavur

Arunachaleswarar Temple

Tiruvannamalai

One of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalas (Fire). Famous for the Girivalam path around the holy hill.

Distance~195 km from Tirupati

Darshan5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM – 9:30 PM

StayAshrams & Hotels in Tiruvannamalai

Divine Karnataka

Coastal shrines and Western Ghat pilgrimages.

Udupi Sri Krishna Matha

Udupi

Famous for the Kanakana Kindi (window) through which Lord Krishna gave darshan to his devotee Kanaka Dasa.

Distance~825 km from Tirupati

Darshan5:00 AM – 9:30 PM

StayMutts & Hotels in Udupi

Murudeshwar Shiva Temple

Murudeshwar

Surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides, featuring the world's second-tallest Shiva statue.

Distance~820 km from Tirupati

Darshan3:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

StaySea-facing Resorts

Sacred Kerala

God's own country, home to ancient traditions.

Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Thiruvananthapuram

The wealthiest temple in the world, dedicated to Lord Vishnu reclining on Anantha.

Distance~837 km from Tirupati

DarshanStrict timings (Morning/Evening slots)

StayCity Centre Hotels

Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple

Guruvayur

Often called the Dwarka of the South. Famous for Thulabharam and elephant sanctuary nearby.

Distance~599 km from Tirupati

Darshan3:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:15 PM

StayDevaswom Guest Houses

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