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The lush green forests of Seshachala house, Sri Venkateswara Swamy, who is also revered as Perumal, Venkatachalapati, Tirumalesa, Govinda, Balaji, Srinivasa and many more names.
Mandapams: The ancient temple of Lord Venkateswara in the hill shrine of Tirumala is an amazing complex of history, culture, and traditions. Almost every brick speaks volumes of the cultural journey of the temple over the past several centuries.
According to saint poet Sri Tallapaka Annamayya, the various Mandapams and constructions inside the Srivari temple served as shelters to the devotees at times of heavy rains and scorching summer besides being served as platforms for temple rituals and stand here to tell the volumes of history. These temples not only have historical and mythological significance but also stand as architectural marvels.
A peep into these mandapams: Dwajasthambha mandapam, Krishnadevaraya Mandapam, Four Pillar Mandpam, Ranganayakula Mandapam or Ranga Mandapam, Kalyanotsava Mandapam, Tirumalaraya Mandapam, Anna Unjal Mandapam, Addala Mandapam or Aina Mahal, Garuda Mandapam, Golla Mandapam, Sahasra Deepalankara Seva Mandapam etc.
Aina Mahal - Ayana Mahal - Mirror Hall - Addala Mandapam
On the northern side opposite to Ranga mandapam, there is a mandapam with an enclosed room. This room has a small squared mandapam in the center. It is fitted with reflective mirrors on all sides including the ceiling. It is called the Ayana Mahal or Aina Mahal (Addala Ara in Telugu).
The Mandapam is also fitted with innumerable electric lights and the flooring is fitted with mosaic-type enamel chips to give a decorative and grand appearance. The Illuminated Ayana Mahal or Aina Mahal is a beautiful sight.
Dolostavam (Festival of the cradle) to Sri Varu along with His consorts is celebrated here to fulfill the desire of the intending pilgrim parties.
