The Alipiri Mettu distance is approximately 9 kilometers and represents one of the most sacred walking routes for devotees traveling from Tirupati to the holy shrine of Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. This traditional footpath begins at Alipiri, which serves as the base point for pilgrims starting their spiritual journey toward Tirumala.Covering around 3,550 steps along with a gradual walking path, the Alipiri Mettu route typically takes between three to five hours to complete, depending on a person’s pace and the number of breaks taken along the way.