Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala

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Kubera, god of wealth

Map of India and surrounding countries with the city of Tirupati marked in southern India. International borders, neighboring countries, and major bodies of water such as the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean are labeled. An inset globe highlights the region's location within Asia.

Venkateswara murti

Ramanuja statue

Tonsure at Venkateswara Temple

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Type	Description	Contributor	Date
	Added cross-reference.	Charles Preston	Feb 27, 2026
	Added subheadings to the ritual section.	Charles Preston	Jan 09, 2026
	New article added.	Charles Preston	Jan 08, 2026