Govindaraja Temple: one of the most popular temples in India

Situated in the heart of Tirupati city in of Andhra Pradesh in India.

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The temple was consecrated in 1130 AD by Saint Ramanujacharya and was built during the 12th century.

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One of the earliest structures in Tirupati, the temple is also one of the biggest temple complexes in the Tirupati district.

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The Utsava murti is believed to have been brought to Tirupati for safekeeping during the invasion of Govindaraja Perumal Temple in Chidambaram.

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Facing east, the deity is in a reclining yoga nidra posture, with his right hand under his head and his left hand straight over his body.

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The consorts of Vishnu, Sridevi and Bhudevi, are seated at the deity's feet.

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Near the entrance of the Govindaraja Swamy temple are shrines of Padmavati Devi, Ramanuja Swamy, and Andal.

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According to legend, Sri Govindaraja Swamy is blessed with a wealth line on his left hand.

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The daily rituals in this temple are dictated by the "Vaikhanasa Agama."

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Aithihyam states that Sri Govindaraja Swamy is the elder brother of Sri Venkateswara Swamy.

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Sri Govindaraja Swamy is considered to be a god of wealth and prosperity.

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