Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is an ancient temple in Anantapur district.

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Legends

Lord Maha Vishnu took the form of Narasimha Swamy to kill the Hiranya Kasyapa. Even after killing the demon, he started roaming around forests and hills with anger. At Sthothadhri hill which is near to Kadiri Town, Devas along with Prahaladha prayed to calm down Narasimha Swamy. Narasimha Swamy pleased with the prayers and withdraw the anger at this place. Hence Narasimha Swamy Temple here is called as Prahalada Sametha Narasimha Swamy Temple.

‘Ka’ means Vishnu Padam (Footprint), ‘Aadri’ means  Hill so the place got the name as ‘Kadri’ later turned into ‘Kadiri’. Belief is that Narasimha Swamy stayed at the roots of Chanda Vruksha (Kadiri Vruksham or Canary Tree or Indian Mulberry – Tree) for a very long time.

Interesting fact associated with this temple is, Sweat comes out of the Idol after Abhishekam.

Vasantha Vallabha Utasva murthi (processional deities) which are there in the temple, were recovered from Brughu Theertham ( water tank), as instructed by the Lord in the dream. These Idols were installed during Vasantha Ruthuvu so this utsava murthi (processional deities) were called by Vasantha Vallabhulu. It is believed that these idols were presented by Lord Narasimha Swamy to Bhrugu Maharshi (Sage) to perform Archana.

The legend of Kadiri is mentioned in BRAHMANDA PURANA. It is also said that Veda Vyasa established gurukul in this region to stay away from the demons attack.

Arjuna did penance here on the banks of Maddileru ( Arjuna river), and this river connects holy tanks, Swetha Pushkarini, Brughu Theertham, Sesha Theertham, Kunthi Theertham, Lakshmi Theertham, Ganga Theertham, Garuda Theertham, Bhavanasini Theertham along its path.

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple History

It is known from the inscriptions on the Temple walls, that Swamy appeared in the dream of Veera Bukka Rayalu of Vijayanagar dynasty and revealed his whereabouts. King along with his staff then recovered the Idol (Saligramam) from the roots of the tree and built the temple.

PhaseConstruction Details
First PhaseBukka Raya I completed Gopuram Construction in 1353 AD
Second PhaseHarihara Raya made additions during 1356 – 1418 AD
Third PhaseSri Krishna Devaraya renovated in 1509 – 1529 AD

As time passes, the Idol disappeared from the temple, Lord Narasimha Swamy appeared in the dreams of Achyutha Devarayulu and revealed his whereabouts. King brought the idol from Sthothadhri hill caves and installed in the temple.

Cholas, during 985 – 1076 A.D built the temple for Durga Devi Temple and sculptured idols on the rocks. In the year 1953, Lakshmi idol was installed in the place of Durga Devi, still, we can see Dura Devi main idol inside Durga Devi temple.

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Construction

In the year 391, Narasimha Dasari and Lakshmana Dasari set the long pillars within the temple compound for lighting Lamps. In the year 1509, Sri Krishna Devaraya built the corridor (Ranga Mantap) with Lion faces and Alwar Shrine. In 1545, Achyutha Devaraya built the East Raja Gopuram (Temple Tower), Temple for Lord Vinayaka, Temple for Lord Krishna and Raghavendra Brundhavan ( park). In the year 1569, Sri Thirumala Raya built the corridors and Pushkarini ( Temple Tank). During the period 1642 – 1644, Chathrapathi Sivaji built the Temple for Mahisasura Mardini.

East, West and South Raja  Gopuram (Temple towers) were built during the period of Vijayanagar dynasty.  As said in the inscriptions, that Kopanna who worked for Kempanna Odayar while building Sri Rangam Temple donated gold ornaments.

In the years 1451 and 1529,  Chief for Tadipatri Region built the Veyyi Kalla Mantap ( 1000 pillar mandapam) and Kotai Mantap.

Irrespective of the religion, people celebrate the temple festivals. Devotees from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka used to this temple regularly.

 

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Timings

Morning Hours: 6:30 am – 12:45 pm

Evening Hours: 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Temple remains closed from 12:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Rathotsavam

Annual Chariot festival will be celebrated in a grand. Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy will be taken out in a chariot where lakhs of devotees takes part in this event, in pulling the chariot along the streets.

How to reach Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple?

  1. Temple is 180 km from Tirupati. The direct bus is available from Tirupati to Kadiri
  2. Direct Train from Tirupati to Kadiri is available from Tirupati Central Railway station. Journey time is 3 hours 38 mins.
  3. Temple is 90 km from Anantapur Town. The direct bus is available from Anantapur at high frequency.

Kadiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple

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64 comments

  1. Sir please send seva list and rates and when to attend the sevas…

  2. greetngs for the day .

    can we hv darshan in saturday 9.7.16. Is their any specail entry for darshan,

  3. I live in Bangalore and plan to perform Kalyanotsavam in a month or two on behalf of my brother who lives in Australia.I need a few clarifications. What are the charges and how do i pay them. Do I have to pay these charges in advance ?. Is there a limit on the number of people who can attend the pooja with me? There would be women in the group and so obviously I need good accommodation for a short period. The plan is to reach kadiri around 10a.m. and leave for Bangalore soon after the pooja say around 3 p.m. Therefore request all details about the kinds of accommodation available. When last visited Kadiri in 2012 I found the rooms in the temple premises were extremely filthy. An early reply is highly appreciated.

  4. Hi sir. I m visiting on 14/8/16. My daughter head shave(torture) we r planning there. Will I get hot water there n Wat r thing I need to be alter to knw..

    • Dear Madam,
      Yes, hot water will be available. Please carry one new dress, towel. It will not take more than 20 mins for tonsuring
      Thanks,

  5. Hi Sir… Good afternoon
    I want to visit temple tomorrow. I would like to know about rush since this is sravana maasa. I’m coming from Bangalore and want to return on same day. Appreciate your early response.

    Thank you

    • Dear Madam,
      Darshan will not be a problem. Crowd will be little high. Darshan will not take more than 30-45 mins
      Thanks,

  6. Sir,
    We are planning for our daughters ear piercing Pooja at the temple.. kindly let us know the details and timings for the same.. Thanks in advance

  7. I’m visiting kadiri temple by about 430 please advise what pujasevas available at that time

  8. Dear sir
    I am planning to come to ladies on 29th Oct as deepavali starts on this day there will be change in looks timings?I will be coming from Bangalore.plz let me know if temple will be open on Nov 1st week or not

    Thanks
    Sathya

  9. Dear Sir,
    Please let me know the month you are planing to temple ?
    Thanks,

  10. respected sir,I m prathima from bangalore.Planning to perform kalyanotsavam next month.can you pls give us the auspicious dates.should we send the seva charges by DD only

  11. Namaskara,

    I would like to know if the timings of temple are same during Dhanurmasa or will it close early. I am coming from Bangalore.

    Thanks,

    Megha.

  12. Dear sir

    How to book the rooms for oneday staying night
    Kindly reply to us
    Because we r coming on 10/12/2016 evening we will reach @ 9:30pm to 10:00pm

  13. Request you for the itinerary of Brahmotsavam 2017.

  14. I would like to know details about lakshmi narasimha Swamy Homam. How can i book this and ticket price.

  15. I would like to perform Lakshminarasimha Swamy Homam. Request you to let me know the details about ticket booking and How can i do this..

  16. Hi Sir,

    I would like to perform Sri lakshminarasimha swamy kalyanosthavam on 20th April 2017, I request you to advice how to book ticket for that amd also need clear details.

    • HI Madam,

      There is no online bookings to book the kalyanothsavam on arrival or a day before you can get the tickets, so plan accordingly.

      Thanks

  17. Can i perform any pooja to Sri Narasimha Swamy on May 9th 2017.

  18. Sir I want to cover Horsely hills , Kadri and Bellam caves from Bengalore and back starting Saturday morning and return by Sunday . How to plan for this. Will it possible with a night halt at Bellam caves by heading to Horsely hills first.

  19. Sir, I wish to visit Horsely hills , Khadri , and Bellam caves. Start journey from Bengalore on Saturday morning and be back on Sunday night. One night halt at Bellam caves. Please inform the route and accommodation facilities and if the time is adequate to cover these places.

    • dear sir
      first you have to visit horsely hills after that you can visit bellum caves sir
      Thankyou

  20. Namaskara

    sir we have to give head tonsure.which days can be given.kindly inform.
    charan

    • Dear sir
      for tonsure there is no any special days you can do any time at tirumala on arraival
      thank you

  21. Sir, is there any direct buses from Bangalore to kadiri?
    Is there place to halt there?

  22. We are planning to visit Sri. Ksthethra on 3.12.2017 sunday. Are there any spl poojas to perform. And also pls inform, can we get spl darshan.

  23. Sir please inform how much amount has to pay for kalyanotsavam and what is process for kalyanotsavam after payment

    • HI Madam,

      please check out the link for further details and ticket cost 4000 rs

      “https://gotirupati.com/kadiri-lakshmi-narasimha-kalyanotsavam/”

      Thanks

  24. Bhashyakaracharyulu . K

    Can book rooms at night 9 pm hence I reach at night only

  25. Any convenience from Hyderabad..

  26. O.uthamaReddy.Rtd.Dist.judge,Anantapur

    Veerabukkarayalu of Vijayanagar dynasty built the temple kadiri narasimhaswamy In the year 1274–1275 is absurd.,because Vijayanagar empire was established in the year 1336 by Harihararayalu and his brother Bukkarayalu with the blessing of their Guru Vidyaranyaswamy.Harihara Rayalu ruled Vijayanagar empire from 1336 to 1343 and Bukkarayalu 1 from1343 to1379.There fore construction of this temple can not be done I 274 or1275 A.D. I request the author of this article to note this fact

  27. O.uthamaReddy.Rtd.Dist.judge,Anantapur

    Another version that Achutharayalu installed the idol in the year 1545 also can not be believed, because Achyutharayalu ruled the ,empire from. 1530 to 1542, After his death Sadasivarayalu ruled the kingdom from1542 to 1567,This fact may also be noted by the author the article.

  28. Morning at what time darshan will start?? Is there any special darshan n all?? What about accomodation??

    • HI Sir,

      You can get the darshan from 6 am onwards and for accommodations on arrival you can check or else you can contact at 9393939510 for any suggestions

      Thanks

  29. Sir I would like to know whether donation to temple is exempt from income tax

  30. Please let me know the phone number of the temple.

    Regards

    • Dear Sir/Madam,
      For detailed information regarding the temple please contact 9393939150.
      Thank you.

  31. PLEASE GIVE ME ABHISHEMAM DATES IN NEXT 3 MONTHS

  32. Namaste.
    Wish to do Kalyanotsavam in temple on Feb 2019. How to book the tickets and when should we come to temple. can we pay on that day.Help is very much appreciated.

  33. sir temple darshana timings can u say please