Ahobilam Nava Narasimha Temples
Lord Narasimha (nine forms)
Ahobilam, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh
Forest pilgrimage of nine Narasimha shrines in the Nallamala hills, believed to be where Narasimha appeared to kill Hiranyakashipu.
History
Tradition holds that the pillar from which Narasimha emerged is the Ugra Stambham on the hills here, and the devas cried 'Aho Balam' (what strength), giving the place its name. Ahobilam is one of the 108 Divya Desams. The shrines were patronised by the Kakatiyas, Reddi kings and Vijayanagara rulers; the Ahobila Mutt, founded in the 14th century, is closely linked with the temples. Pilgrims visit Lower Ahobilam (Prahlada Varada) and Upper Ahobilam, then trek to the nine forms: Jwala, Ahobila, Malola, Kroda, Karanja, Bhargava, Yogananda, Chatravata and Pavana.
Architecture
Vijayanagara-era temple at Lower Ahobilam with richly carved pillars; cave shrines in the hills.
Festivals
- Brahmotsavam (Phalguna)
- Narasimha Jayanti
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Directions to Ahobilam Nava Narasimha Temples
How to reach
- By air
- Kadapa Airport, about 110 km
- By train
- Nandyal, about 70 km
- By road
- Via Allagadda on the Kurnool–Kadapa road.
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