Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy Devasthanam (Tirumala Tholi Gadapa))

This temple has a very great history.
Very peaceful place.
But the management is very poor no basic amenities available

Friday morning 6to 9 will have Abhishekam so darshanam will not be available. Please check before going

Very powerful place of Lord Sri Laxmi Narasimha Swamy...
One of "Nava Naarasimha" in telugu states...

It's called tirupati toli gadapa(first door of tirupati) must visit temple. This temple is maintained by TTD

It is a famous temple in Kadapa maintained by TTD devasthanam of Tirupati. Maintenance of the temple is very good

A beautiful and a historical place should visit for blessings of lord venkateshwara.

A wonderful Experince

It has unique architecture style with well maintenance and cleanliness by the staff. Reminds us of Tirumala. It is said that Kripacharya did penance here and it's ancient name was Kripapatra which later turned into Kripatra and Kadapa.

A Temple with A Rich History:-

Devuni Kadapa is a place in Kadapa City, famous for the temple of Sri Laxmi Venkateshwara. It is historically been known as the gateway to the temple of Venkateshwara, the presiding deity of Tirumala. Also called as Devuni Gadapam , it derives its name from Gadapa , a Telugu word, which means Threshold or gateway or doorstep . Such is the importance of this temple, from the olden days it was believed that every pilgrim who visits the temple of Sri Venkateshwara at Tirumala, should visit this temple on their way to Tirumala only then it is believed that their visit to Tirumala is complete.

Sri Laxmi Venkateshwara Temple stands as an outstanding example of Vijayanagar architecture. The very sight of the temple, with great sculptures and carvings adorning it, takes you back to the Vijayanagar Era. There is a sculpture of dancing Vigneswara (Lord Ganesha), a master piece of those times, in the Mukha Mandapam (main hall). Sri Laxmi Venkateshwara temple is popularly known as Hanumath Kshetram as there is an idol of Anjaneya (Lord Hanuman) behind that of Lord Venkateshwara in the sanctum sanctorum. It is believed that Sage Kripacharya had installed the idol of the presiding deity.

It is said that Tallapaka Annamacharya visited this place and all the Sankaracharya s of the Advaita Mutt, heads of Ahobilam Mutt and Mahakavi Kshetrayya also visited this place. Recently, this temple has been undertaken by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam.

Devuni Kadapa is also known as Tirumala TholiGadapa The place Kadapa is named after the word Gadapa which is originated from the word “Devuni Gadapa” means “Entrance for The Lord Venkateswara Swamy”. The Idol of the Lord Venkateswara has been established by Kripacharya, hence the ancient name of devuni kadapa is also mentioned in puranas as “Kripavathi Kshetram”. Pilgrims who are about to visit Lord Venkateswara `this is because first they have to pray Annamacharya and potuluri veerabramhendra swamy. This temple is very famous in Rayalaseema region, people from various places visit this temple, and this temple is generally crowded on Saturdays.

Another feature of this temple is its uniqueness of lord venkateswara features an idol of lord anjaneya in its reverse. Devuni kadapa is constructed in vijayanagara style of architecture; devuni kadapa temple has impressive sculpture and Architecture of dancing lord Ganapathi at mukha mandapam.

This temple has kasi balli which people believe that if there is any dosham (ill effects) because of balli (lizard) those doshams shall be cleansed by touching the kasi balli on the roof of temple.

Devuni Kadapa Temple also has padmavati ammagaru, which generally pilgrims visit after visiting lord venkateswara. Prasadams like laddu and pulihora are offered here at devuni Kadapa Temple. Devuni Kadapa also has the facility of tonsure, a custom in Hindu religion to get head shaved.

The place where devuni kadapa is situated now is also known as patha kadapa (old kadapa). Utsavas and every puja would be done as same in tirumala. Pilgrims from various countries and states in India who wish to visit Venkateswara swamy temple in Tirupathi will also intend to visit devuni kadapa temple, generally, devuni kadapa temple is very crowded at the time of Utsavas. Devuni Kadapa is an archeological treasure.

Thirumala is called as Varaha Kshetra where as Devuni Kadapa is Called As Hanumad Kshetra..

Note:- While the Archaka Is Giving the Harathi to the Deity You can see Lord Hanuman Behind Lord Srinivasa Which is carved within the garbagriha..

This is one of the ancient temple in kadapa

It is entrance to the devotees to tirumala. One must take Darshana of Lord venkateshwara swami at here and go for tirumala. It is called as devuni gadapa

It's a Kadapa city's pride ...it's a historical temple related to tirumala ...it's a saying that lord Srinivasa went to tirumala from this place in two steps ,,and from there onwards it is calling tholi gadapa and Kadapa ...it's our favourite temple

Devuni Kadapa, Threshold of the entrance for The Lord Venkateswara Swamy❤

Such a good temple, feels so divine. Nothing has changed, its still maintained really well. After TTD took over, it became big pilgrim center to visit in Rayalseema. So too many people visit during day time. Many marriages also take place in season. So plan your visit accordingly to get peaceful environment and also to get easy parking.

Pilgrim Centre, Real God

Very nice and there is a Powerful tree

Must visit temple in kadapa

Must visit place

One of the most famous & ancient Hindu temples of India. This one is located in Kadiri. The tple dates back to a few hundred years. A very pleasant and peaceful environment. People from across India throng here to have the Divine Darshan of the presiding deity - SRI LAKSHMI NARASIMHA SWAMY. A must visit temple.

Very good temple with a lot of history. It is said that the name of the town Kadapa comes from this temple as this served as the initial step or threshold to the temple at Tirumala. The presiding deity is Lord Lakshmi Venkateswara. If you are visiting Cuddapah, you should visit this temple without fail.