The Tirupati Balaji Temple has a rich history that dates back to over a thousand years. According to legend, the temple was originally built by King Thondaiman in the 2nd century AD.

"Our village name comes from the Kannada words 'modali' and 'kallu', which translate to 'first stone'. We believe that Lord Venkateswara set his first foot in Maldakal and the next one in Tirupati ...

Object Details author Michell, George photographer Surendra Kumar (Photographer),) Contents Early Chalukyas -- Rashtrakutas -- Gangas and Nolambas -- Shilaharas and Yadavas -- Late Chalukyas -- ...