Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Wadapally

Wadapally, home to Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, is the first of the Pancha Narasimha kshetras scattered around Dravida Desam (Telangana & Andhra Pradesh). Wadapally is located at the confluence of the sacred Krishna river and Musi river in the Nalgonda district of Telangana.

The Deities were not carved on earth; rather brought down to earth by Sage Agastya. Devotees can observe the breathing of Lord Narasimha here by observing the lamp placed near His lotus face.

History of Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

Just like the other Pancha Narasimha kshetras, the temple of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy in Wadapally has its own unique history.

Once Sage Agastya was travelling through outer space carrying the Deities of Lord Shiva and Lord Narasimha. As the Sage landed on earth and was proceeding towards Kashi, he heard a celestial voice saying that Lord Narasimha desires to be consecrated at a place where the Krishna river and Musi river meets.

Acting on the guidance of the celestial voice, Sage Agastya consecrated the Deity of Lord Narasimha in current day Wadapally at the confluence of the Krishna river and Musi river. A temple was built at the place and Deity worship established.

The Shivalinga which Sage Agastya brought along with the Deity of Lord Narasimha was consecrated nearby and currently known as the Meenakshi Agastheshwara Temple.

Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple re-established

As years passed by, the temple was neglected. Hence, the Deity of Lord Narasimha was covered by an ant hill. In the 12^th century i.e. 1377 CE, the Reddy kings found the Deity of Lord Narasimha while excavating the ground for the construction of their city. They rebuilt the temple and re-established the worship of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy at Wadapally.

The worship of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy has been going on in the temple since then.

Deities of Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

The celestial Deity of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy is gorgeous in appearance. Lakshmi Devi is seated on the lotus lap of Sri Narasimha Swamy. There are two lamps placed in the sanctum which are Akhanda Deepams i.e. lamps which have been burning continuously for a very long time.

You can observe the lamp placed at the level of the Lord’s lotus face to be flickering while the one placed below burns perfectly still. This has been connected to the breathing of the Deity. It is said that the breathing of Lord Narasimha in this temple can be observed by observing the lamp placed at the level of Lord Narasimha’s lotus face.

The Utsavar i.e. festival Deities of their Lordships can be seen right in front of the sanctum. The huge Deities of Jaya and Vijaya guard the sanctum of their Lordships standing on either side of the entrance. Lord Hanuman too resides in the temple. Garudadev can be observed on the dwajastambha i.e. flag-pole.

You can see the Deities of the 12 Azhwars of the Sri sampradaya in the temple complex.

Architecture of Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

The temple has a simple architecture in the Dravidian style with a wide-spaced prakaram to perform pradakshina i.e. circumambulation. Along the prakaram lies the Utsava-mantapa where the abhishekam to Utsavar Deities are performed.

The yajnashala is near to this mantapa.  There are few carvings on the outer temple while the mukha-mantapa has a few carved stone pillars. A dwajastambha i.e. flag-pole stands at the entrance of the temple with Garuda on the top.

Festivals of Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

Narasimha Jayanthi is the main festival celebrated grandly at the temple. Other festivals such as Rama Navami, Janmashtami, Vaikuntha Ekadashi, etc., are also celebrated here.

Temple Timings of Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

The temple is open at the following times for darshan and sevas:

Morning: 07.00 AM to 11.00 AM

Evening: 06.00 PM to 07.30 PM

Plan your trip well in advance to have a pleasant darshan.

How to Reach Wadapally Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

If you decide to travel with Tirtha Yatra on their Bhadrachalam Yatra, you don’t have to think about any other arrangements. Just be ready with your bags!

Wadapally is well served by roadways and waterways. Good planning can ensure that you cover Wadapally along with the other Pancha Narasimha kshetras. You can use the following means of transportation to reach Wadapally:

By Road: Miryalaguda is the nearest town 25 kms away. Wadapally is well served by state and private buses from Miryalaguda. Private taxis are available too. The major cities of Hyderabad and Vijayawada are just 169 kms and 147 kms away respectively via Miryalaguda.

By Rail: Wadapally is served by the Miryalaguda railway station. You can travel by train up to Miryalaguda station and proceed to Wadapally by bus or taxi. The Miryalaguda station is served by trains from other towns and cities of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

By Air: The nearest airport is Hyderabad and Vijayawada at a distance of 184 kms and 161 kms respectively. You can fly into these airports and board a bus to Wadapally via Miryalaguda.

By Ferry: Ferry services are available across the Krishna river. These ferries carry cars, buses and trucks too. You can have darshan at Mattapalli and board a ferry from there to Wadapally. It takes around 10 to 15 minutes to reach Wadapally.

Wadapally: Where Lord Narasimha descended from the heavens

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy chose to reside here at the sangama of Krishna river and Musi river. Hence, there is no doubt that Wadapally is very special. This is shown in the fact that Wadapally is also the first of the Pancha Narasimha kshetras.

Though a small temple, the gorgeous looks of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha will definitely enchant you and elevate you to the transcendental platform. So, be prepared to have your heart stolen by the Lord as your count your steps to the temple. Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy is waiting for you!