Annual Pavitrotsavams begin at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh
The three-day Pavitrotsavam ceremoniously began at Lord Venkateswara's temple. Special rituals performed to deities, followed by Snapana Thirumanjanam and 'Pavitra Pratista'. Vishesha samarpana and grand procession were performed. Day-time rituals suspended for festival.
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