Upper Ahobilam Temple

Upper Ahobilam Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha located in the Nallamala Hills at Ahobilam in Allagadda Mandal, Nandyal District, Andhra Pradesh. Part of the Nava Narasimha complex of nine temples, it is situated at a higher elevation than Lower Ahobilam and is reached by a forest trek. The temple is set within the Eastern Ghats, surrounded by dense forest and rocky terrain, and is a major pilgrimage center for Vaishnavites.

Visitors can expect a pilgrimage trek through the Nallamala forest of the Eastern Ghats to reach the hilltop shrine. The temple complex features traditional South Indian architecture with stone structures and shrines dedicated to Lord Narasimha. The surroundings include dense forest, rocky hills, and natural streams. Access involves climbing steep steps and forest trails. Visitors can explore the main sanctum, smaller shrines, and viewpoints along the trek route, with guides often accompanying pilgrims.

Ahobilam is traditionally associated with the Narasimha avatar and has historical connections to the Vijayanagara and Chalukya periods. The temple complex shows architectural features from the 15th century onwards with later contributions by Vijayanagara rulers. It has been maintained as a prominent Vaishnavite center under the Ahobila Math, one of the important Sri Vaishnava monastic institutions.

Upper Ahobilam is one of the Nava Narasimha Kshetras, nine temples dedicated to different forms of Lord Narasimha, and is highly revered by Vaishnavites. It is considered the site where Lord Narasimha manifested, and is a major pilgrimage destination. The temple is administered by Ahobila Math and attracts devotees especially during festivals like Brahmotsavam and Narasimha Jayanti.