Yadagirigutta Temple, (translated to Yadadri Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple) is a religious Hindu temple in the Indian state of Telangana, located in Nalgonda district and is dedicated to Lord Narasimha and Goddess Lakshmi. Located at 8 km away east of Hyderabad-Janagama Highway, it is located on top of the hill, which can be reached by either climbing 400 steps or utilizing free buses.
The temple is formerly a Pancha Narasimha Kshetra is being built and on March 28, 2022, was inaugurated at a cost of 1200 crores, out of which 248 crores had been alone spent on the temple building. It covers an area of 16 acres and its daily visitors number to thousands of devotees and during the Brahmotsavam festival in March; lakhs come to seek blessings and spiritual peace.
The temple consists of black Krishna Shila stone and the classical style of Pallava, Chola, Kakatiya and Vijayanagara and consists of 600 delicate sculptures. It has four gopurams—east and west (larger), and north and south (smaller)—with elephants and lions adorning them. The temple operates from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, offering free darshan, special darshan (₹150), and break darshan (₹300). There are parking charges of 50 Rupees per car, 20 Rupees per bike, or 500 Rupees of the few parking spots in thehill top. Auto fares are charged 100 rupees one side and electric vehicle fares are 120 per individual. Annadanam is offered free everyday between 12.30 PM to 2.00 PM. Visit during non-season for a serene experience.
An Overview of Yadagirigutta Temple
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Yadagirigutta, Telangana, 8 km from Hyderabad-Janagama Highway |
| Dedicated To | Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy (Lord Narasimha and Goddess Lakshmi) |
| Inaugurated | March 28, 2022, rebuilt at ₹1200 crore |
| Area | 16 acres (expanded from 2 acres) |
| Architecture | Pallava, Chola, Kakatiya, Vijayanagara styles, black stone (Krishna Shila) |
| Gopurams | 4 (East, West, North, South); 600 sculptures |
| Steps to Temple | 400 steps to reach the hilltop |
| Temple Timings | 7:00 AM–9:00 PM |
| Darshan Options | Free (4-floor queue), Special (₹150), Break (₹300, timed entry) |
| Parking Fees | Base: ₹50 (car), ₹20 (bike); Hilltop: ₹500 (200–300 vehicles) |
| Transport | Free buses (5 min), autos (₹100 one-way), electric vehicles (₹120/person) |
| Facilities | Luggage (₹10/bag), mobile lockers (₹10), shoe stand (₹2/pair), ATM, canteen |
| Annadanam | Free meals, 12:30 PM–2:00 PM at Annadana Satram |
| Main Festival | Brahmotsavam (March, lakhs of devotees) |
| Nearby Attractions | Shiva temple (on-site), CM Camp Office, VIP guest houses |
| Photography | Not allowed inside; permitted in outer courtyards |
What are the sevas and darshans are available at the temple
| Activity | Timings | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Opening Hours | 7:00 AM–9:00 PM | Daily access to the temple for devotees. |
| Free Darshan | 7:00 AM–9:00 PM | Queue-based darshan, requires climbing 4 floors, no charge. |
| Special Darshan | 7:00 AM–8:00 PM | Paid darshan for quicker access, ₹150 per person. |
| Break Darshan | Specific slots: 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM | Paid darshan with direct entry, ₹300 per person, limited slots. |
| Kakad Aarti | 4:00 AM–4:45 AM | Early morning aarti, access typically for special ticket holders or priests. |
| Abhishekam | 5:00 AM–6:00 AM | Ritual bathing of the deity, participation may require booking (contact temple). |
| Nitya Kalyanotsavam | 9:00 AM–10:00 AM | Daily ceremonial marriage of Lord Narasimha, booking required. |
| Archana | 6:00 AM–7:00 PM (intermittent) | Devotee-sponsored prayers, available throughout the day. |
| Annadanam (Free Meals) | 12:30 PM–2:00 PM | Free meals served at Annadana Satram for all devotees. |
| Dhoop Aarti | 6:30 PM–7:00 PM | Evening aarti with incense, open to all devotees. |
| Shej Aarti | 8:30 PM–9:00 PM | Closing aarti before temple shuts, open to all devotees. |
Yadagirigutta Temple Sevas and Darshans with Prices
| Seva/Darshan | Price (₹) | Timings | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Darshan | Free | 4:00 AM–9:45 PM (break 3:00 PM–4:00 PM) | Free entry, queue-based, may take 1–3 hours depending on crowd. |
| Seeghra Darshanam | 25 | 4:00 AM–9:45 PM | Quicker than general darshan, ~30 min–1 hour wait. |
| Athi Seeghra Darshanam | 100 | 4:00 AM–9:45 PM | Faster entry with prasadam, minimal wait. |
| Special Darshan | 150 | 4:00 AM–9:45 PM | Paid darshan for quicker access, available online or at counter. |
| VIP/Break Darshan | 300 | 9:00 AM–10:00 AM, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM | Fastest entry, 200 tickets daily, book online or at temple. North Rajagopuram entry. |
| Suprabhata Seva | 50 | 3:30 AM–4:00 AM | Early morning ritual to awaken deity, limited access. |
| Nijabishekam (Single) | 250 | 5:45 AM–6:45 AM | Sacred bath for deity, per person. |
| Nijabishekam (Couple) | 500 | 5:45 AM–6:45 AM | Sacred bath for deity, for couples. |
| Sahasra Namarchana | 216 | 6:45 AM–7:15 AM | Chanting 1000 names of deity. |
| Kunkumarchana (Friday) | 100 | 8:30 AM–9:00 AM | Special prayer with kumkum at Utsava Mandapam. |
| Sri Sudarshana Homam | 1116 | 8:00 AM–10:00 AM | Fire ritual for blessings, single family. |
| Nitya Kalyanotsavam | 1250 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | Celestial marriage of Narasimha and Lakshmi, per couple, counter booking only. |
| Sri Satyanarayana Vratam | 500 | 7:15 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM | Vow ritual, materials provided, per person. |
| Annaprasana | 500 | Contact temple for slots | First feeding ceremony for infants, advance booking required. |
| Suvarna Pushparchana | 516 | Mon–Fri, contact for timings | Gold flower offering, limited to 5 days/week, per person. |
| Laksha Tulasi Puja | Varies | Varies | Offering 100,000 tulasi leaves, price varies, book in advance. |
| Saswata Puja | Varies | Varies | Permanent daily puja in devotee’s name, one-time payment, call for details. |
| Saswata Kalyanam | Varies | Varies | Permanent annual kalyanam, one-time payment, call for details. |
Important Instructions of the temple
- Dress Code: Traditional attire mandatory for sevas (Men: Dhoti/Kurta; Women: Saree/Chudidar). Stalls provide clothing if needed.
- Booking Seats: Special Darshan, VIP/Break Darshan and some sevas could be booked at https://yadagiriguttatemple.telangana.gov.in/. Register, select seva/darshan, and pay online.
- Counter Booking: Certain Sevas such as Nitya Kalyanotsavam and Annaprasana can only be booked in the temple counter.
- Festival Variations: Prices and timings may change during Brahmotsavam (March) or other festivals. Check the official website for updates.
- Restrictions: Mobiles and electronics are not allowed inside; deposit at counters (₹10 each).
- Contact: Bookings or inquiries- call +91-8688-838383 or visit the office of the temple located in Yadagirigutta.
- Prasadam: 100kg of Pulihora and 6 kg of Daddojanam, are given away free of charge each day.