Narasimhaswamy Temple, Naamakkal

Name: Narasimhaswamy Temple
Address: Arulmigu Narasimha Swamy Temple, Naamakkal, 637001, India
Telephone: +91 4286 233 999

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Narasimhaswamy temple in Namakkal, a town in Namakkal district in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to the Hindu god Narasimha, an avatar of Vishnu. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture and Rock-cut architecture, the temple is located in the Salem - Namakkal- Trichy Road. The legend of the temple is associated with Narasimha, an avatar of Hindu god Vishnu appearing for Lakshmi, his consort, and Hanuman. Based on the architectural features, historians believe that the temple was built during the 8th century by the Pandya kings. The temple does not find a mention in Naalayira Divya Prabhandams, and thus is not listed in Divya desam series of 108 temples. ()

Coordinates: 11°13'21"N, 78°9'51"E

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Arulmigu Narasimha Swamy TempleNaamakkal 637001 India

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+91 4286 233 999

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Nearby attractions include: Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple, Namakkal Fort.

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Namakkal Fort, Naamakkal
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