The Lord was taken in procession in his favourite vehicle, the Swarna Ratham (golden chariot), on the eighth day of Navarathri Brahmotsavam here on Monday. The Swarna Ratham is preceded by the Shunya Ratham of Brahma and other chariots drawn by elephant, horse and bull.
As per mythology, the golden chariot of Lord Venkateswara is drawn by four horses, namely Sugriva, Shaibya, Meghapuspha and Valahaka. with Daraka as the driver.
Darshan of the Lord on his golden chariot is an memorable experience for the devotees.