Nava Narasiṃha Kṣetra, Ahobilam
Nine Narasiṃhas in a forest gorge
⭐ Why it is famous
The place where Narasiṃha is said to have emerged from the pillar. Nine shrines are scattered across the hills; reaching Jwala and Ugra Narasiṃha needs a trek.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Patronised from the 14th century by Vijayanagara kings; the Ahobila Maṭha, founded 1398, still administers worship.
🕰️ Temple timings
- Lower Ahobilam 06:00 – 20:00
- Upper Ahobilam 08:00 – 17:00
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Local guides and jeeps for the hill shrines
- Carry water and shoes — trails are rocky
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Nava Narasiṃha Kṣetra, Ahobilam, Ahobilam, NandyalNandyal (NDL) — 68 km
Ahobilam bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Kurnool / Hyderabad (HYD) — 250 km
Buses from Nandyal and Allagadda to Lower Ahobilam; shared jeeps upward.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🧭 Around the temple
Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Ahobila Maṭha guesthouse
- APTDC Haritha, basic lodges
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Belum Caves
- Rollapadu bird sanctuary