What is the Speciality of Ahobilam?

What is the Speciality of Ahobilam?

It is the centre of worship of Narasimha, the lion-headed avatar of Vishnu, to whom the nine Hindu temples and other shrines all dedicated. The main village and a temple complex are at Lower Ahobilam. Upper Ahobilam, about 8 kilometres to the east, has more temples in a steep gorge.

How many days in Ahobilam?

Definetely u will need 2 complete days at Ahobilam . Please reserve early accomodation at Mutt or at the APTDC guest house . 2 Temples on the lower are also deep into forest . Your mother may have to avoid it as the jeep drive is a tough route .

How many steps in Ahobilam?

Initially, there are around 50 concrete steps and after climbing them we were in front of the Ahobilam Narasimha Swami temple. It is from here, the Ahobilam trek starts! The pathway onto the left side of this temple leads us to the Jwala Narasimha Swamy temple which is located somewhere on top of the hill.

How to visit Ahobilam from Chennai?

To travel by train you need to take a train from Chennai to Guntakal which would be the station you get off from. From Guntakal you need to take a bus or taxi to Ahobilam that is 190km away. Cost of traveling by train would be between Rs2850 – Rs3500.

Who was the Lord of Ahobilam?

god Lord narasimha swamy
Ahobilam- Powerfull god Lord narasimha swamy (Svayambhu) avatar. Ahobilam is one of the most powerfull god’s Lord Narasimha Swami Temple which is located in Kurnool district. its near to Nandayal 40 km approximately.

How can I go to Ahobilam from Chennai by train?

There is no direct connection from Chennai to Pedda Ahobilam. However, you can take the train to Yerraguntla then take the taxi to Pedda Ahobilam. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Pedda Ahobilam.

How can I go to Ahobilam from Bangalore by train?

You can go by train, get down at Yerraguntla railway station and take bus to mydukur then to Allagadda then to ahobilam. Or you can do Yerraguntla-Prodattur-mydukur-Allagadda then to ahobilam.

What are the best places to visit in Ahobilam?

At a distance of 7 Kms from Lower Ahobilam and 1 Km from Upper Ahobilam Temple, situated on ghat road between Upper and Lower Ahobilams, the Karanja Narasimha Temple is named after the tree under which the idol is installed. It is among popular places to visit in Ahobilam. Here, the idol holds a bow, which in the uniqueness of the idol.

Where is Ahobilam temple located in India?

Ahobilam is located in Karnool district of Andhra Pradesh in the hills of the eastern ghats, about 400 KM northwest of Chennai. The temple consists of nine shrines to Lord Nrisimha located around a 5 KM circle.

What is the significance of Ahobilam?

Ahobilam, also known as Ahobalam, is a major pilgrimage center located in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, India. ‘Singavel Kundram’ also known as Ahobilam, is the holy abode of the incarnation of Lord Vishnu in man-lion form, Lord Narasimha.

Where is Kroda Narasimha temple in Ahobilam?

At a distance of 9 Kms from Lower Ahobilam and 1 Km from Upper Ahobilam Temple, Kroda Narasimha Temple houses the Lord in two different forms called Varaha (another incarnation of Vishnu) and Narasimha in angry form. This temple is also referred as Varaha Narasimha Temple and is among famous places in Ahobilam.