Legend
According to the Skanda Purana, Yada, the son of sage Rishyasringa, did penance on this hill, and Lord Narasimha appeared to him in five forms: Jvala Narasimha, Gandabherunda Narasimha, Yogananda Narasimha, Ugra Narasimha and Lakshmi Narasimha. The hill took its name from the sage, Yadagiri, and devotees revere it as the home of all five forms.
Why this temple matters
The original shrine is a cave about 12 ft high and 30 ft long, where Jvala Narasimha appears in a serpent-like form and Yogananda Narasimha sits in meditation. The temple follows the Tenkalai Vaishnava tradition. Between 2016 and 2022 it was rebuilt in black Krishna sila stone at a cost of about ₹1,800 crore, growing from 2 acres to about 16, with seven gopurams and pillars of the twelve Alvars. It reopened on 28 March 2022.
What devotees pray for here
Health & Healing
Narasimha is approached as the fierce protector who drives away fear and illness. Devotees pray here for their own recovery and for family members who are unwell, offering archana and abhishekam to Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy.
Dosha Remedies
Tradition holds that Narasimha removes the troubles caused by doshas and negative forces. Families perform the Satyanarayana Swamy vratham at the temple's vratha peetham or offer archana in their names, seeking the Lord's protection.
Festivals
- Narasimha Jayanti (April–May, Vaishakha Shukla Chaturdashi): the appearance day of Lord Narasimha
Poojas & rituals
- Archana to Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy in your family's names
- Abhishekam to the Lord
- Satyanarayana Swamy vratham at the temple's vratha peetham
- Kalyanam of Lakshmi Narasimha in the kalyana mandapam
- Darshan of the five Narasimha forms in the cave sanctum
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How to reach
Yadagirigutta is about 65 km from MGBS in Hyderabad and about 55 km from Uppal by road. The nearest railway station is Raigir, now renamed Yadadri, about 5 km away; Bhongir station is about 13 km. Hyderabad has the nearest airport.
Timings
The temple opens around 4 AM and closes around 9:45 PM, with a short break around noon for naivedyam. Check the temple's current schedule before you go.
Rules & dress code
Darshan and dress rules are set by the temple administration and can change, so check its current notices; traditional dress is the safe choice.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Yadagirigutta called Yadadri?
The hill is named after sage Yada, the son of Rishyasringa, who did penance here. Yadagiri and Yadadri both mean the hill of Yada.
Can I book an archana at Yadadri without visiting?
Yes. Archana and abhishekam can be arranged through a priest, and SantoBaba sends you the video and prasadam.
When did the new Yadadri temple open?
The rebuilt temple, made in black Krishna sila stone, reopened on 28 March 2022.
How far is Yadagirigutta from Hyderabad?
About 65 km from MGBS and 55 km from Uppal. The nearest railway station, Yadadri (formerly Raigir), is about 5 km away.
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