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Ahobilam Yogananda Narasimha Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh

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Ahobilam Yogananda Narasimha Swamy Temple, Andhra Pradesh

Lower Ahobilam, Ahobilam

Andhra Pradesh 518543

Moolavar

Yogananda Narasimha Swamy

Introduction

Location: Ahobilam, Andhra Pradesh; one of the nine Narasimha temples in the region.Deity: Lord Vishnu in His Yogananda Narasimha form, depicted in a yogic posture (Padmasana).Significance:

  • Lord Narasimha taught yogic practices to Prahlada after defeating Hiranyakashipu.
  • Lord Brahma is believed to have attained peace here through worship and yoga.
  • Initially worshipped in a deep tunnel, later moved to its current location for ease of worship.

Beliefs: Devotees believe the Lord confers bliss and peace, especially beneficial for those facing challenges related to planet Saturn (Shani).Special Features:

  • Temple is over 1500 years old.
  • Located 3 km southeast of Lower Ahobilam.
  • The deity is in a yogic posture with hands in yoga mudra and legs crossed.

Festivals:

  • Brahmotsavam (Uthsavam), held annually in February, is a major event with grand rituals and celebrations.

This has been extracted from,

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/

Century/Period

1500 years old.

Managed By

Government of Ahobila Mutt

Nearest Bus Station

Allagadda

Nearest Railway Station

Kondapuram

Nearest Airport

Bengaluru

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