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Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli
Built into a rock cave at the foot of the Varadagiri hills in Varatanapalli (historically called Gangaraya Chathurvedi Mangalam), this cave temple enshrines Lakshmi Narasimha seated facing east with Goddess Lakshmi on his lap. Local tradition holds that it was hewn and consecrated in a single day. Its unusual cave form and hill setting distinguish it among the district's Narasimha shrines. The rock-cut sanctum gives the temple a distinctive, austere character.
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Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli
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Typetemple
Nearest baseBargur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseBargur
DistrictKrishnagiri
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
Built into a rock cave at the foot of the Varadagiri hills in Varatanapalli (historically called Gangaraya Chathurvedi Mangalam), this cave temple enshrines Lakshmi Narasimha seated facing east with Goddess Lakshmi on his lap. Local tradition holds that it was hewn and consecrated in a single day. Its unusual cave form and hill setting distinguish it among the district's Narasimha shrines. The rock-cut sanctum gives the temple a distinctive, austere character.
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli is planned from Bargur, one of the travel bases in Krishnagiri district. Use Bargur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli — at a glance
TimingsApprox. 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting there: At Varatanapalli near the Varadagiri hills; reached by road from Krishnagiri and Bargur, own vehicle or auto recommended. Nearest railhead Krishnagiri; nearest airport Bengaluru (BLR).
The shrine is set into a rock cave at the hill's foot; timings can vary, so confirm locally.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Bargur or nearby in Krishnagiri, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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When is the best time to visit Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli?
Entry: Free. Timings: Approx. 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli?
Base yourself in Bargur or nearby in Krishnagiri, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Varatanapalli?
Nearby you can pair Shree Parshwa Padmavathi Shaktipeeth Tirth Dham (5.5 km), Bargur Hills (9.0 km), Balamurugan Temple, Jagadevi (10.8 km), Krishnagiri Fort (10.9 km).
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