TIRUMALA, March 2, 2026 — The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced that the Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple will remain closed for nearly ten and a half hours on March 3 in view of the upcoming lunar eclipse.
Tirumala Temple Closure and Reopening Timings – March 3
Temple Closure: 9:00 AM
Lunar Eclipse: 3:20 PM – 6:47 PM
Temple Reopens: 7:30 PM
Darshan Resumes: 8:30 PM onwards
According to temple authorities, the temple will be closed from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM as part of traditional observances followed during celestial events. The lunar eclipse is scheduled to occur between 3:20 PM and 6:47 PM. In adherence to age-old customs, the temple doors will be shut six hours prior to the beginning of the eclipse.
Officials stated that purification rituals, including Punyahavachanam, will be conducted inside the temple premises after the eclipse concludes. The sanctum will then be reopened for devotees, and darshan is expected to resume from 8:30 PM onwards.
Temple authorities have urged pilgrims to plan their visit accordingly to avoid inconvenience. Special instructions have also been issued to manage crowd movement once darshan resumes in the evening.
The Tirumala temple, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the country, follows strict religious protocols during eclipses. As per tradition, all religious activities are temporarily suspended during the eclipse period, and the temple undergoes ritual purification before reopening.
Devotees are advised to stay updated through official announcements for any further changes in the schedule.
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