Sri Prassana Venkataramana Swamy Temple - ChikkaTirupathi Kolar
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🛕 Temple Info
Nestled in the serene village of Chikka Tirupati in Malur Taluk, Kolar District, this ancient temple dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara is revered as Karnataka’s own “Small Tirupati” (Chikka = Small, Tirupati = sacred hill). Rich in spiritual fervor, divine ambience, and cultural history, this temple attracts thousands of devotees who seek the blessings of Sri Prasanna Venkataramana Swamy and his consort Goddess Alamelumanga (Lakshmi).
Just 45 km from Bengaluru, this divine abode is a calm and spiritually enriching alternative to the bustling pilgrimage to Tirumala.
🌟 Festivals & Cultural Events
- Chaitra Masa Rathotsava: Annual car festival with grand chariot processions and a lively cattle fair
- Shravana Saturdays: Special darshan and pujas
- Vaikunta Ekadashi: Celebrated with devotion and discipline
- Kalyanotsavam & Vedic Chanting Events in the large Kalyana Mantapa
The temple is also a center for cultural enrichment with regular programs hosted in the Ranga Mantapa.
💫 Importance
- The temple is considered as holy as Tirumala Tirupati, earning it the name Chikka Tirupati.
- Worship follows the Vaikhanasa Agama system, with rituals performed four times daily.
- Brahmotsava (car festival) in Chaitra Masa, along with a cattle fair, draws thousands of devotees.
- Features a unique Ranga Mantapa for religious and cultural programs, and a grand Kalyana Mantapa for spiritual ceremonies.
- Administered by the Sabha Administration Board with a tradition upheld by Vaishnavaite Brahmin priests.
📜History
As per local legend, this sacred place was originally established by Yajeshwara and rebuilt during the reign of King Janamejaya, giving it mythological roots in the Vedic era.
Historically, Chikka Tirupati flourished under the rule of Cholas, Palegars, and various dynasties of Karnataka, including the Gangas, Kadambas, Hoysalas, Vijayanagar Empire, and others. It was once referred to as Kalikeri Tirupati, a name still retained in revenue records.
The temple structure and its significance were further enhanced during the post-Vijayanagara period, with the Kalyana Mantapa, Navaranga, and numerous smaller shrines built for pilgrims and religious gatherings.
🪔 Pooja Timings
| Pooja Name Timing | |
| Ushathkalam | 08:00 AM |
| Kalasanthi | 10:00 AM |
| Sayarakshai | 05:00 PM |
| Ardha Jamam | 07:00 PM |
Each ritual includes:
- Alankara (Deity decoration)
- Naivedya (Food offering)
- Deepa Aradhane (Waving of lamps)
Rituals are performed daily, along with weekly, fortnightly, and monthly observances. Vedic chants accompany each service, creating a divine spiritual rhythm throughout the day.
🚌 Transfort Options
By Road:
- 16 km from Malur
- 45 km from Bengaluru
- 30 km from Koramangala
- 26 km from ITPL, Whitefield
By Rail:
- Nearest railway station: Malur
- Well connected to Bengaluru, Kolar, and Bangarpet
By Air:
- Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (Approx. 70 km)
🏙️Near By Cities
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