Andhra Pradesh
71. Ahobilam (Nava Narasimha Temples)
Ahobilam, Nandyal district
Deities & Significance

Presiding Deities

Lakshmi and Prahlada Varada Narasimha swamy (and 8 other forms)

Legends & Details

This is believed to be the site where Narasimha appeared to protect his devotee Prahlada. The giant massive pillar from which he appeared is called Ugra Stambha, and one can still see it. Here, Narasimha appears in nine different forms; these are collectively called Nava Narasimha.

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