Penchalakona Narasimha Swamy Temple

Penchalakona Narasimha Swamy Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, located in Penchalakona village near Rapur in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. Set in a valley of the Eastern Ghats surrounded by forested hills, it is a major Vaishnavite pilgrimage centre. The temple is known for its serene natural setting, traditional South Indian architecture and annual Brahmotsavams that attract devotees from across the state.

Visitors can expect a temple complex set in a scenic valley surrounded by hills of the Eastern Ghats with forested slopes. The main shrine houses the idol of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, with mandapas, gopuram and temple courtyards to explore. The surroundings include natural streams, hill viewpoints and a peaceful rural environment. Visitors can have darshan, observe rituals, explore the temple architecture and enjoy nature walks in the valley area outside the shrine.