Sri Vakula Matha Temple, Perur
📍 Perur, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
State SignificanceA unique temple dedicated to Vakula Devi, revered as the foster mother of Lord Venkateswara, located at Perur near Tirupati and maintained under the TTD.
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Vakula Devi (Vakula Matha)
Vakula Matha (the divine foster mother)
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Vakula Devi (Vakula Matha)
Sri Vakula Matha Temple, Peruru Banda Hillock, Pathakalva Road / Bypass, Perur, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517505, India
Spiritual Highlights
Believed to bestow immense maternal blessings, family harmony, and the divine grace of Lord Venkateswara upon devotees.
Worshippers believe that praying to Lord Venkateswara's foster mother ensures the swift fulfillment of their wishes, as a mother's recommendation to her divine son never goes unanswered.
Climbing the 100 to 150 stone steps to the hilltop sanctuary, partaking in the special Friday Abhishekam, and connecting this visit with the broader Tirumala pilgrimage circuit.
Maternal protection, family well-being, and blessings for a happy marriage.
About Sri Vakula Matha Temple, Perur
Sri Vakula Matha Temple, located atop the Peruru Banda hillock in Peruru village, is a highly revered shrine dedicated to Goddess Vakula Devi, the foster mother of Lord Venkateswara. Situated on the outskirts of Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, it stands as a unique symbol of maternal love. According to Hindu mythology, Vakula Devi is an incarnation of Yashoda (the foster mother of Lord Krishna), who was promised by Krishna that she would be born as Vakula Devi to personally arrange his grand celestial wedding with Goddess Padmavati in the Kali Yuga. Completely renovated and restored to its full glory by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), the temple’s architecture is uniquely oriented so that the visage of the deity directly faces the Seven Hills of Tirumala, allowing her to constantly watch over her son.
Architecture & Heritage
South Indian (Dravidian) Architecture (Traditional (period to verify))
Traditional South Indian temple structure with sanctum for Vakula Devi.
Idol of Vakula Matha in the sanctum.
Festivals & Celebrations
A Special Abhishekam is performed exclusively on Fridays starting from 7:30 AM onwards.
Navaratri and temple-specific celebrations.
Rituals & Traditions
Daily archanas and abhishekam.
Reverence of Vakula Matha as the foster mother of Lord Venkateswara.
Prasadam as offered by the temple.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Indian attire recommended.
Visitors must climb roughly 100 to 150 steps along a stone path to reach the hilltop sanctuary. A motorable ramp approach is also available for drop-offs. The base complex features dedicated car/bike parking spaces, clean restrooms, and refreshment stalls.
Tour Packages in Tirupati
Explore popular pilgrimage & tour packages starting from Tirupati
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Vakula Devi (Vakula Matha)
Lord Venkateswara, Goddess Padmavati
Sri Vakula Matha Temple, Peruru Banda Hillock, Pathakalva Road / Bypass, Perur, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517505, India
How to Reach
Tirupati Airport (Renigunta) is the closest domestic airport.
Tirupati Railway Station is the nearest major railhead.
The temple is positioned roughly 5 kilometers from Tirupati town along the Tirupati-Chandragiri bypass route. It is highly recommended to reach the base via a local auto-rickshaw, taxi, or personal vehicle along the Pathakalva Road/Bypass.
Combine with Tirumala, Tiruchanur and other temples of the Venkateswara circuit.