Tirumala Tirupati the legends and beyond

Description :-250 Photographs,illustrations,miniature paintings and architectural drawings weaved together with legends,facts and narrations to capture the essence of the richest and most powerful temple in the world.The first book of it’s kind that aims at inspiring the believer,educating the information seeker and enlightening the curious.The book captures sites and glimpses of Tirumala Tirupati.It tries to depict the past,describe the present and encapsulate the spirit of the people. The book attempts to provide an understanding of Tirumala Tirupati,acts as a source of information for the new generation and an object of memorabilia.Photographs from the early 20th century,images and illustrations of idols from the 7th century,miniature paintings and graphics representing the legends along with narrations of festivals,daily sevas and rituals provide an insight into 1000 year old traditions and customs.Architectural renderings attempt to capture the beauty and skill of Artisans in the past. This is the first Coffee Table Book produced on the subject.