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Ahobilam Narasimha Swamy Temple

Ahobilam, Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh
Lord Narasimha
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Type

Hindu Temple

Deity

Lord Narasimha

Pincode

518543

The foremost shrine of Lord Narasimha in India, where Vishnu is said to have slain the demon Hiranyakashipu to save Prahlada. Nine different forms of Lord Narasimha (Nava Narasimha) are worshipped in nine separate shrines spread across Lower and Upper Ahobilam in the Nallamala forest.

History & Significance

Significance

Ahobilam is considered the most powerful Narasimha kshetra in India. The nine forms of Narasimha here — from ferocious (Ugra) to serene (Yoga, Lakshmi Narasimha) — represent the complete spectrum of divine power. Visiting all nine is considered equal to visiting all pilgrimage sites in India.

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