Chilkur Balaji Temple, located approximately 30 kilometers from Hyderabad on the banks of Osman Sagar Lake, is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Often referred to as the "Visa Balaji Temple,".
it is renowned for fulfilling devotees' wishes, particularly those seeking visas for overseas travel.
A distinctive ritual at the temple involves devotees performing 11 pradakshinas (circumambulations) while making a wish. Upon the fulfillment of their desire.
They return to complete 108 pradakshinas as an expression of gratitude. Notably, the temple does not have a hundi (donation box), emphasizing devotion over monetary offerings.