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Akasa Ganga : Located 3 kms north of Tirumala the Akasa Ganga, a perennial steam, is considered sacred as the Vedas describe it as flowing from the feet of Lord Vishnu. The water form here is used for the daily rituals in the temple.

Sila Thoranam : Situated on Tirumala, this is a rate geographical arch and the only one of its kind in the whole of Asia . Two other such arches are known to exist in the world- the Rainbow Arch of Utah in USA and the Arch of “Cut through” of UK  

Goddess Alamelumanga Temple  : The temple of Goddess Alamelumanga , the divine consort of Lord Venkateswara, is at Trichanur near Tirupati. One more temple is dedicated to the Goddess at Srinivasa mangapuram, 12 kms from tirupati.

Naryanavanam : This is where the between Lord Venkateswara and goddess Padmavai is said to have taken place. Located 36 km from Tirupati, there is a temple here dedicated to 'Kalyana Venkateswara'.

Kapilatirtham : Lord Siva is said to have appeared before the sage Kapila in this historic place. These cascading waterfall from the holy hills are a treat to watch. See them for yourself to believe.

Sri Venkatewswara Zoological Park : S.V.Zoological Park house 56 species of animals, birds and reptiles with a total of 500 animal specimens. Lion and Tigers are the latest addition with the setting up of Animal Rescue Centre. Located 8 km. from Tirupati Rly Station and 5 km. from the airport gate, and area of 2212 hectares has been earmarked for the Zoo. A scheme by which any one can contribute and adopt any animal or enclosure is also introduce here. Entry fee Rs. 10- per adult and Rs. 5/-per child. Open all days except Mondays. Phone 0877-248220.