Kapila Theertham Kapileswara Temple
Major Tirupati sacred-waterfall shrine
⭐ Why it is famous
Major Tirupati sacred-waterfall shrine. The site is associated with Shiva and is an important part of the sacred geography of Andhra Pradesh.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Kapila Theertham is a small Shaivite temple and theertham, located at Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, India. The idol of Shiva is believed to have been installed by Sage Kapila, so god Shiva here is referred to as Kapileswara. The temple stands at the entrance to a mountain cave in one of the steep and vertical faces at the foot of the Tirumala hills, which are part of Seshachalam Hills, where the waters of the mountain stream fall directly into a temple tank.
🕰️ Temple timings
- Opening hours and ritual schedules can change; confirm locally or through an official temple or tourism source before travelling.
🙏 Darśan details
- Visit arrangements follow the customs of this temple; observe local instructions, dress respectfully and maintain silence in worship areas.
- Festival days, weekends and auspicious dates may bring longer queues; arrive early and allow extra time.
- Photography, footwear, bags and phone rules vary by site; use only designated counters and facilities.
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Kapila Theertham Kapileswara Temple, TirupatiTirupati — State transport buses stop here.
Use the main road connections to Tirupati; confirm the final local transfer and seasonal road conditions before departure.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Guesthouses and hotels in or near Tirupati
- Additional accommodation in the nearest district or transport centre in Andhra Pradesh
📅 Best time to visit
Choose a comfortable local season and confirm festival dates, weather and access conditions before travel.