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SRI KARIYA MANIKYA SWAMI TEMPLE - TRAVEL INFO
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Distance (From Tirupati): 50 Kms
Commonly Visited From: Tirupati
Trip Duration (From Tirupati, Including Travel): 2-3 Hours
Transportation Options: Cab / Bus
Travel Tips: None
At a distance of 50 Kms from Tirupati, Sri Kariya Manikya Swami Temple, also known as Sri Perumala Swami Temple is located in Nagiri town.
According to legend, Lord Vishnu killed Makara (a crocodile) and saved Gajendra (an elephant) at this place. This episode is referred to as the Gajendramoksham in the Mahabhagavatam.
