According to legend, both Sri Venkateswara and His consort, with an aim to test the devotion of Anantalwar, in disguise destroyed the flower garden grown by him. Ananthalwar ties Goddess in disguise to an Aswatha tree, while Sri Venkateswara escapes, running anti-clockwise, and disappears inside the Sanctum Sanctorum. Anantalwar realises his mistake and unties the Goddess, who was tied to the tree and carries her in a basket of flowers to reunite her with Srivaru. Touched by his devotion, the Srivaru gives his ardent devotee a boon that he would visit Ananthalwar’s Gardens every year after the annual brahmotsavams.
The same incident was replicated on Friday evening, which provided a visual treat to the devotees. All the temple officials, religious staff, and devotees were present.
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