- Deity
- Vishnu as Lakshmi Narasimha
- Where
- Yadagirigutta, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Telangana
- Time to keep
- Half a day
- Best season
- Year round
Why this temple matters
An ancient cave shrine of Narasimha, rebuilt in carved black stone and reopened in 2022 as one of the grandest new temples in South India. It is an easy trip from Hyderabad.
The story
The sage Yadarishi, son of Rishyasringa, did penance here, and Narasimha appeared to him in five forms. They are worshipped in the cave as Jwala, Yogananda, Gandabherunda, Ugra and Lakshmi Narasimha.
What to look for
- The original cave sanctum with the self-manifested forms
- The new stone gopurams and sculpted corridors
Festivals and when to go
- Brahmotsavam (February–March)
- Narasimha Jayanti
The practical truth
- Traditional dress is preferred.
- About two hours from Hyderabad by road.
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