Dwaraka Tirumalesa !

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Have you ever seen two Venkateswara idols in the same Garbhagudi? There are many temples in India, but why is this temple considered equally significant to Tirumala? You can even fulfill the vows (mokkulu) you made at Tirumala here, but the vows made specifically at this temple must be fulfilled here only. Let’s dive into more details in this blog.

The History of Dwarka Tirumala

According to the history of Indian dynasties, it is believed that this temple was built during the reign of Dasaratha, the father of Lord Rama. A monk named Dwaraka, who meditated to gain the blessings of the Kaliyuga Pratyaksha Daivam, Sri Venkateswara Swamy, played a significant role in its legacy. After years of penance, Lord Venkateswara Swamy was impressed and asked Dwaraka to make a wish. Dwaraka expressed his desire for the "Padaseva" (worship of the Lord's feet). In response, Lord Venkateswara Swamy offered his lotus feet, which can still be observed today. The self-manifested idol faces southward in the temple, and the deity, which is self-manifested, is visible only up to the legs, not the feet.

Once Ramanuja Acharya visited the temple, the devotees asked his guidance on how they could also perform Padaseva to the deity. Without delay, Sri Ramanuja Acharya placed an idol just behind the self-manifested Venkateswara Swamy, following the principles of the "Vaikhanasa Agamas," and this is the idol to which poojas are now offered.

Another fascinating aspect of the temple is that Lord Venkateswara Swamy's idol is not subjected to Abhishekam (ritual bathing). It is believed that even a single drop of water falling on the idol would cause red ants, which reside beneath the idol, to spread throughout the temple.

The temple celebrates the Vaisakha and Aswayuja Brahmotsavams, as the Swayambhu (self-manifested) idol is believed to have been revealed, and the idol placed by Ramanuja Acharya was installed during these specific months of the Telugu calendar.

"Harihi Om Namah Shivaya"

How to Reach Dwarka Tirumala

Dwarka Tirumala is well-connected and accessible through various modes of transport, ensuring a comfortable journey for pilgrims:

Traveling to Dwarka Tirumala from Machilipatnam is convenient, with multiple options available. By bus, you can reach Eluru, about 40 km away, and take frequent APSRTC buses to the temple. For bike enthusiasts, the route via NH-216H offers an enjoyable 2-3 hour ride. By train, Eluru Railway Station, well-connected to major cities, provides easy access with buses and taxis readily available.

Hope the readers of this blog have the opportunity to experience this divine darshan and receive Lord Venkateswara's abundant blessings for their families.