Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur

A hilltop Vaishnavite temple (a Divya Desam, Thirukkadigai) where Lord Lakshmi Narasimha is reached by climbing about 1,305 granite steps up the Periya Malai. A companion Anjaneyar (Hanuman) shrine sits on the adjacent Chinna Malai, and it is one of the district's most important pilgrimage centres.

Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur, Sholingur
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Typetemple
Nearest baseSholingur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree entry (special-darshan tickets may be sold separately)
Nearest town/baseSholingur
DistrictRanipet
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.

A hilltop Vaishnavite temple (a Divya Desam, Thirukkadigai) where Lord Lakshmi Narasimha is reached by climbing about 1,305 granite steps up the Periya Malai. A companion Anjaneyar (Hanuman) shrine sits on the adjacent Chinna Malai, and it is one of the district's most important pilgrimage centres.

Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur is planned from Sholingur, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Sholingur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.

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Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur — at a glance

Timings~8am-5:30pm daily; confirm darshan timings on site
Best timeOct-Feb best; hot Mar-Jun

Entry: Free entry (special-darshan tickets may be sold separately)

Getting there: Sholinghur railway station ~4 km; Arakkonam Junction ~20 km; nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~110 km

A climb of about 1,305 steps to the main shrine on Periya Malai, with a separate Anjaneyar shrine on Chinna Malai; start early, carry water and wear good footwear

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How to visit

  • Base yourself in Sholingur or nearby in Ranipet, 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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Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur?

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur?

Entry: Free entry (special-darshan tickets may be sold separately). Timings: ~8am-5:30pm daily; confirm darshan timings on site. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.

How do I reach Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur?

Base yourself in Sholingur or nearby in Ranipet, 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 Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur?

About an hour.

What else is near Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur?

Nearby you can pair Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah (2.6 km), Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur (2.9 km), Sri Yoga Anjaneyar Temple, Sholinghur (3.0 km), Kanchanagiri Hills (14.4 km).

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