|  Tirupati,
the holy city is located in the southeastern part of Andhra Pradesh, in
Chittoor district. Known as the abode of the Hindu god 'Venkateshwara',
Tirupati is famous for the
Venkateswara temple in the sacred Tirumala hills at an elevation
of 860m.
One of the most important pilgrimage centers in India, the temple
draws millions of pilgrims and is believed to be the busiest pilgrimage
centre in the world. Tirupati town itself, has several temples and is
famous for its red wooden toys, copper and brass idols.
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