The Tirupati temple with its 'gopuram' or tower is one of the finest examples of Dravidian style of temple architecture. The detailed rituals and manner of worship in the temple were prescribed by the saint Ramanujacharya and are being followed till today. The 'Vimana' or Cupola over the sanctum sanctorum or the garbhagriha is covered completely with gold plate and is known as "the Ananda Nilayam". The Shrine comprises of three 'Prakarams' or enclosures. The outermost enclosure contains the 'Dhvajastambha' or the banner post, the statues of Vijaya Nagara king Krishnadevaraya and his consorts and of Todarmal, the minister of Akbar.
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