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| {{Short description|Hindu temple in Telangana, India}} | |||
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| {{Infobox Hindu temple | {{Infobox Hindu temple | ||
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| name =Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple | ||
| | native_name = 8th Nava Narasimha Temple | |||
| | native_name = '''శ్రీ లక్ష్మీ నరసింహ స్వామి వారి ఆలయం''' | |||
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| '''Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple''' or simply known as '''Yadadri''' or '''Yadagirigutta temple''',<ref>{{cite web|url= |
The '''Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple''' ({{Langx|te|శ్రీ లక్ష్మీ నరసింహ స్వామి వారి ఆలయం,యాదగిరిగుట్ట}}) or simply known as '''Yadadri''' or '''Yadagirigutta temple''',<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/150306/nation-current-affairs/article/yadagirigutta-now-renamed-yadadri|title=Yadagirigutta is now renamed as Yadadri|date=6 March 2015}}</ref> (also known as '''Pancha Narasimha Kshetram''' and '''Rishi Aradhana Kshetram''')<ref></ref> is a ] situated on a ] in the small town of ] in the ] of the ] of ]. Yadadri temple is touted as Telangana's own Tirupati.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/yadadri-footfall-crosses-1cr-a-year-after-revamp-revenue-hits-169cr/articleshow/99076035.cms|title=Telangana: Yadadri footfall crosses 1 crore a year after revamp; revenue hits Rs 169 crore}}</ref> The temple is dedicated to the god ], an ] of ]. | ||
| The temple was expanded and rebuilt between 2016 and March 2022.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/1000year-old-yadadri-temple-in-telangana-gets-complete-makeover-101616554081666.html | title=1,000-year old Yadadri temple in Telangana gets complete makeover | date=24 March 2021 }}</ref> | |||
| It is 65 km from ]. | |||
| ==Temple legend== | ==Temple legend== | ||
| According to ], Yada |
According to the ], Yada, the son of the sage performed penance here to the god ]. Being pleased with his penance, Narasimha manifested himself in five forms: Jvala Narasimha, Gandabherunda Narasimha, Yogananda Narasimha, Ugra Narasimha, and ].<ref>{{cite news|title=Yadadri Development in Bangaru Telangana|url=https://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Telangana/2016-02-27/Yadadri-Development-in-Bangaru-Telangana/210208|publisher=The Hans India}}</ref> Yada requested Narasimha to remain on the hill in these forms. For this reason, the temple has deities of Narasimha in all five forms enshrined in stone in the main cave. Historically, the temple has followed the ] tradition of the ] ] as followed in ].<ref>{{cite book|title=Sri Vaishnava Divya Desams (108 Tiruppathis Sung by Azhwars): Along with a Selected List of Some Abhimana Sthalams in India|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=wKZWAAAAMAAJ|publisher=Sri Visishtadvaitha Pracharini Sabha|year=1972|page=132}}</ref> | ||
| ==Deities in the temple== | ==Deities in the temple== | ||
| The temple is in a cave about 12 |
The temple is in a cave about {{convert|12|ft|m|order=flip}} high by {{convert|30|ft|m|order=flip}} long, located in back of the temple hall, by the rear pillar. There is a stairway down into the chamber and then towards the back. Jvala Narasimha is in the shape of a serpent, while Yogananda Narasimha appears sitting in meditation in yoga pose. The silver icon of Lakshmi-Narasimha is installed in the main shrine. To the right of the temple main door is a Hanuman temple. There is a long horizontal gap in the rock just below Hanuman. This is said to be where ] Narasimha manifested. It is said that any wish of a sincere devotee visiting this temple will be fulfilled.<ref>{{Cite book|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=djI5mL2qeocC&q=yadagirigutta+history+book|title=Spiritual India Handbook|first=Stephen|last=Knapp|date=1 January 2009|publisher=Jaico Publishing House|via=Google Books|isbn=9788184950243}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=l3UcAAAAMAAJ&q=yadagirigutta+history+book|title=History of the Cult of Narasimha in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh: From Ancient to the Modern Period|date=21 June 1989|publisher=Radha & Sons|via=Google Books}}</ref> The sanctum sanctorum or ] is located in a cave, under a huge slating rock, which covers half the temple. | ||
| ==New Yadadri Temple== | ==New Yadadri Temple== | ||
| A new temple |
A new temple was built at the old temple site. A temporary temple, Balalayam, was built till the renovation was on. The temple was rebuilt in the Krishna Sila (Black stone).<ref>{{cite news|title=Telangana to get its own Tirumala in Yadadri temple project|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/telangana-to-get-its-own-tirumala-in-yadadri-temple-project/story-Xh0lUsJsr1tqFVx6ThxWfO.html}}</ref> The new temple was inaugurated on 28 March 2022 by Chief Minister of Telangana ].<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.news18.com/news/india/telangana-cm-kcr-performs-pooja-at-grand-inauguration-of-yadadri-temple-4916639.html | title=Telangana CM KCR Performs Pooja at Grand Inauguration of Yadadri Temple | date=28 March 2022 }}</ref> | ||
| ===Donations and |
===Donations and renovations=== | ||
| ⚫ | The then ], ] initiated the renovation of the temple, and approved a final layout <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/150901/nation-current-affairs/article/yadadri-temple-layout-finalised|title=Yadadri temple layout finalised|date=1 September 2015}}</ref> Major renovation of the temple is being taken up with a budget of ₹1800 crores.<ref>{{cite news|title=Telangana rebuilds ancient temple|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/content/634607/telangana-rebuilds-ancient-temple.html|publisher=Deccan Herald|access-date=24 September 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/telangana/telangana-s-yadadri-temple-artisans-hammer-away-at-religious-divides/story-DGTzLdqaLKc73Y2TvMde5K.html | title=Telangana's Yadadri temple artisans hammer away at religious divides| date=2018-05-02}}</ref> The work started in 2016 and is being executed and completed in March 2022 by Yadadri Temple Development Authority (YTDA).<ref>{{cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/after-5-years-of-renovation-yadadri-temple-to-reopen-on-mar-28-next-yr/articleshow/87146250.cms | title=Telangana: After 5 years of renovation, Yadadri temple to reopen on March 28 next year | Hyderabad News - Times of India | website=] }}</ref> The temple owned 39 kilos of ] and 1,753 tonnes of silver for lining the gopurams and walls in the temple. The centuries-old practice of using ] to join different stone parts is being used.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://telanganatoday.com/yadadri-temple-works-telangana-brisk-pace | title=Yadadri temple works in Telangana at brisk pace}}</ref> The YTDA acquired around {{convert|1900|acre|ha|order=flip}} by spending ₹300 crores.<ref>{{cite news|title=Master Plan for Developing Yadadri Temple|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2016/mar/22/master-plan-for-developing-yadadri-temple-914729.html|publisher=The New Indian Express|access-date=22 March 2016}}</ref> He also constructed houses near vishnu gundam (a place for taking bath). | ||
| The Seventh ] of ], ] during his time had passed a grant of Rs.82,825 to this temple.<ref>{{cite web |url =http://missiontelangana.com/nizam-gave-funding-for-temples-and-hindu-educational-institutions/ |title =Nizam gave funding for temples, and Hindu educational institutions |publisher =missiontelangana |date =May 28, 2013 |access-date =21 August 2018 |archive-url =https://web.archive.org/web/20180708074635/http://missiontelangana.com/nizam-gave-funding-for-temples-and-hindu-educational-institutions/ |archive-date =8 July 2018 |url-status =dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite news| url = https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-andhrapradesh/A-lsquomiser-who-donated-generously/article15988076ce|title = A 'miser' who donated generously|newspaper= thehindu|date= May 24, 2013 |
The Seventh ] of ], ] during his time had passed a grant of Rs.82,825 to this temple.<ref>{{cite web |url =http://missiontelangana.com/nizam-gave-funding-for-temples-and-hindu-educational-institutions/ |title =Nizam gave funding for temples, and Hindu educational institutions |publisher =missiontelangana |date =May 28, 2013 |access-date =21 August 2018 |archive-url =https://web.archive.org/web/20180708074635/http://missiontelangana.com/nizam-gave-funding-for-temples-and-hindu-educational-institutions/ |archive-date =8 July 2018 |url-status =dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite news| url = https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-andhrapradesh/A-lsquomiser-who-donated-generously/article15988076ce|title = A 'miser' who donated generously|newspaper= thehindu|date= May 24, 2013}}</ref> | ||
| In Feb 2023, on behalf of the Nizam family, ] wife of 8th Nizam gifted jewellery worth 8 Lakh Rupees to the temple.<ref>{{cite news |title=Nizam’s relatives donate necklace to Yadadri temple |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2023/feb/27/nizams-relatives-donate-necklace-to-yadadri-temple-2551241.html |access-date=28 February 2023 |work=The New Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Princess Esra Donates Gold Jewelry to Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy {{!}} INDToday |url=https://indtoday.com/princess-esra-donates-gold-jewelry-to-lord-sri-lakshmi-narasimha-swamy/ |access-date=28 February 2023 |date=27 February 2023}}</ref> | |||
| ⚫ | The ], ] initiated the renovation of the temple, and approved a final layout <ref>{{cite web|url= |
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| ===Sections=== | ===Sections=== | ||
| The sections of the temple include the main temple, Mukha Mandapam, seven gopurams (domes) with wooden roofs, vratha peetham, Swamy Vari Udyana Vanam, kalyana mandapam, satram etc. The pillars of 12 ] ( |
The sections of the temple include the main temple, Mukha Mandapam, seven gopurams (domes) with wooden roofs, vratha peetham, Swamy Vari Udyana Vanam, kalyana mandapam, satram etc. The pillars of 12 ] (the poet-saints of Sri Vaishnavism) in the main temple is a significant feature.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://telanganatoday.com/yadadri-temple-works-telangana-brisk-pace | title=Yadadri temple works in Telangana at brisk pace}}</ref> | ||
| The temple entrance arch will depict ] (the five elements). | The temple entrance arch will depict ] (the five elements). | ||
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| ===Temple architecture=== | ===Temple architecture=== | ||
| ] in 2014.]] | ] in 2014.]] | ||
| The architecture of the temple is based on ]. The temple is built entirely in stone. The temple was earlier built on 2 |
The architecture of the temple is based on ]. The temple is built entirely in stone. The temple was earlier built on {{convert|2|acre|ha|order=flip}}. After demolishing all structures on the temple hillock, the base for the temple is now {{convert|16|acre|ha|order=flip}}. | ||
| ===Design=== | ===Design=== | ||
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| ===Sculptures=== | ===Sculptures=== | ||
| Three types of stones are being used for the temple like ''Krishna Sila'' (also known as ''Purusha Sila'') for presiding deities in the sanctum sanctorum; ''Sthri Sila'' for deities of Goddesses; and ''Napunsaka Sila'' used for flooring, walls etc. Black granite stone is also used, based on the temple architecture of the ] in Telangana. The black granite stone has tiny pores, and it becomes strong and hard when milk, curd, oil and other liquids get into those pores, according to learned {{transliteration|hi|shilipis}} (sculpture experts). | Three types of stones are being used for the temple like ''Krishna Sila'' (also known as ''Purusha Sila'') for presiding deities in the sanctum sanctorum; ''Sthri Sila'' for deities of Goddesses; and ''Napunsaka Sila'' used for flooring, walls etc. Black granite stone is also used, based on the temple architecture of the ] in Telangana. The black granite stone has tiny pores, and it becomes strong and hard when milk, curd, oil and other liquids get into those pores, according to learned {{transliteration|hi|shilipis}} (sculpture experts). | ||
| ==Transport== | ==Transport== | ||
| Yadagirigutta is well connected by both rail and road. It is about 55 km from ], a major suburb of ] and 65 km from ] at Hyderabad. A new bus stand is built on a 15 |
Yadagirigutta is well connected by both rail and road. It is about 55 km from ], a major suburb of ] and 65 km from ] at Hyderabad. A new bus stand is built on a {{convert|15|acre|ha|order=flip}}, as a part of new temple development.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://telanganatoday.com/bus-stand-to-be-developed-in-15-acres-at-yadagirigutta | title=Bus stand to be developed in 15 acres at Yadagirigutta}}</ref> The proposed Hyderabad ] passes through Yadagirigutta. | ||
| ⚫ | The nearest railway stations are ] about 5 km away and ], a major town of ] about 13 km away. Raigir railway station has been renamed as Yadadri(YADD) by South Central Railway in line with the new nomenclature of the temple town.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.railpost.in/scrs-raigir-station-gets-new-name | title=Raigir station renamed as Yadadri by SCR| date=21 September 2020}}</ref> The Hyderabad ] - Phase II is planned, to be extended from ] to Raigir station, which is 5 km from Yadagirigutta.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/Prabhus-boost-to-KCRS-temple-tourism-dream/articleshow/51148156.cms|title=Prabhu's boost to KCR'S temple tourism dream - Times of India|website=]}}</ref> A metro train is proposed between ] and Yadagirigutta. | ||
| ==See also== | |||
| ⚫ | The nearest railway stations are ] about 5 km away and ], a major town of ] about 13 km away. Raigir railway station has been renamed as Yadadri by South Central Railway in line with the new nomenclature of the temple town.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.railpost.in/scrs-raigir-station-gets-new-name | title=Raigir station renamed as Yadadri by SCR| date=21 September 2020}}</ref> The Hyderabad ] - Phase II is planned, to be extended from ] to Raigir station, which is 5 km from Yadagirigutta.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/Prabhus-boost-to-KCRS-temple-tourism-dream/articleshow/51148156.cms|title=Prabhu's boost to KCR'S temple tourism dream - Times of India|website=]}}</ref> A metro train is proposed between ] and Yadagirigutta. | ||
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| ==References== | ==References== | ||
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| ==External links== | ==External links== | ||
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Hindu temple in Telangana, India
| Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple | |
|---|---|
| 8th Nava Narasimha Temple | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Yadadri Bhuvanagiri |
| Deity | Narasimha and Lakshmi |
| Location | |
| Location | Yadagirigutta |
| State | Telangana |
| Country | India |
  Location in TelanganaShow map of Telangana Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Yadadri (India)Show map of India | |
| Geographic coordinates | 17°35′21″N 78°56′41″E / 17.5892°N 78.9446°E / 17.5892; 78.9446 |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Dravidian Architecture |
| Website | |
| https://yadadritemple.telangana.gov.in/ | |
The Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple (Telugu: శ్రీ లక్ష్మీ నరసింహ స్వామి వారి ఆలయం,యాదగిరిగుట్ట) or simply known as Yadadri or Yadagirigutta temple, (also known as Pancha Narasimha Kshetram and Rishi Aradhana Kshetram) is a Hindu temple situated on a hillock in the small town of Yadagirigutta in the Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district of the Indian state of Telangana. Yadadri temple is touted as Telangana's own Tirupati. The temple is dedicated to the god Narasimha, an avatar of Vishnu.
The temple was expanded and rebuilt between 2016 and March 2022.
It is 65 km from Hyderabad.
Temple legend
According to the Skanda Purana, Yada, the son of the sage performed penance here to the god Narasimha. Being pleased with his penance, Narasimha manifested himself in five forms: Jvala Narasimha, Gandabherunda Narasimha, Yogananda Narasimha, Ugra Narasimha, and Lakshmi Narasimha. Yada requested Narasimha to remain on the hill in these forms. For this reason, the temple has deities of Narasimha in all five forms enshrined in stone in the main cave. Historically, the temple has followed the Tenkalai tradition of the Vaishnava Agama Shastras as followed in South India.
Deities in the temple
The temple is in a cave about 3.7 metres (12 ft) high by 9.1 metres (30 ft) long, located in back of the temple hall, by the rear pillar. There is a stairway down into the chamber and then towards the back. Jvala Narasimha is in the shape of a serpent, while Yogananda Narasimha appears sitting in meditation in yoga pose. The silver icon of Lakshmi-Narasimha is installed in the main shrine. To the right of the temple main door is a Hanuman temple. There is a long horizontal gap in the rock just below Hanuman. This is said to be where Gandaberunda Narasimha manifested. It is said that any wish of a sincere devotee visiting this temple will be fulfilled. The sanctum sanctorum or garbhagriha is located in a cave, under a huge slating rock, which covers half the temple.
New Yadadri Temple
A new temple was built at the old temple site. A temporary temple, Balalayam, was built till the renovation was on. The temple was rebuilt in the Krishna Sila (Black stone). The new temple was inaugurated on 28 March 2022 by Chief Minister of Telangana K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
Donations and renovations
The then Chief Minister of Telangana, K. Chandrashekhar Rao initiated the renovation of the temple, and approved a final layout Major renovation of the temple is being taken up with a budget of ₹1800 crores. The work started in 2016 and is being executed and completed in March 2022 by Yadadri Temple Development Authority (YTDA). The temple owned 39 kilos of gold and 1,753 tonnes of silver for lining the gopurams and walls in the temple. The centuries-old practice of using lime mortar to join different stone parts is being used. The YTDA acquired around 770 hectares (1,900 acres) by spending ₹300 crores. He also constructed houses near vishnu gundam (a place for taking bath).
The Seventh Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan during his time had passed a grant of Rs.82,825 to this temple.
In Feb 2023, on behalf of the Nizam family, Princess Esra wife of 8th Nizam gifted jewellery worth 8 Lakh Rupees to the temple.
Sections
The sections of the temple include the main temple, Mukha Mandapam, seven gopurams (domes) with wooden roofs, vratha peetham, Swamy Vari Udyana Vanam, kalyana mandapam, satram etc. The pillars of 12 Alvars (the poet-saints of Sri Vaishnavism) in the main temple is a significant feature.
The temple entrance arch will depict Mahābhūta (the five elements). there is vishnu gundam. It is also proved that when we bath, all bad things are washed away from us.
Temple architecture
The architecture of the temple is based on Agama Shastra. The temple is built entirely in stone. The temple was earlier built on 0.81 hectares (2 acres). After demolishing all structures on the temple hillock, the base for the temple is now 6.5 hectares (16 acres).
Design
The principal film set designer is Anand Sai and lead architect P Madhusudhan, chosen for their understanding of the ancient designs based on silpa and Agama principles. The entire temple is built in stone. The stone designs in Yadadri were provided by the chief sthapathi of the temple, Sundararajan Srinivasan.
Sculptures
Three types of stones are being used for the temple like Krishna Sila (also known as Purusha Sila) for presiding deities in the sanctum sanctorum; Sthri Sila for deities of Goddesses; and Napunsaka Sila used for flooring, walls etc. Black granite stone is also used, based on the temple architecture of the Kakatiya dynasty in Telangana. The black granite stone has tiny pores, and it becomes strong and hard when milk, curd, oil and other liquids get into those pores, according to learned shilipis (sculpture experts).
Transport
Yadagirigutta is well connected by both rail and road. It is about 55 km from Uppal, a major suburb of Hyderabad and 65 km from Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station at Hyderabad. A new bus stand is built on a 6.1 hectares (15 acres), as a part of new temple development. The proposed Hyderabad Regional Ring Road passes through Yadagirigutta.
The nearest railway stations are Raigiri about 5 km away and Bhuvanagiri, a major town of Hyderabad Metropolitan Region about 13 km away. Raigir railway station has been renamed as Yadadri(YADD) by South Central Railway in line with the new nomenclature of the temple town. The Hyderabad MMTS - Phase II is planned, to be extended from Ghatkesar to Raigir station, which is 5 km from Yadagirigutta. A metro train is proposed between Uppal and Yadagirigutta.
See also
References
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