Sri Lakshmi Narasimhar temple at Narasingapuram is located approximately 55 kms from Chennai en route to Sriperambadur. This beautiful temple is believed to have been built in the 16th century during the Vijayanagara era and its age is put at roughly 1500 years.
Among the many stone inscriptions found in the temple, 12 of them date back to the Vijayanagara era, especially the reign of Emperor Atchudha Deva Maharaya.
The presiding deity is Sri Lakshmi Narasimhar, wherein the Goddess is seated on the Lord's lap. The idol is a beauty to behold and one can stand for hours simply admiring the Lord and His consort.
The temple premises are neatly maintained and believed to be under the care of the TVS group. There is also a 'goshala' or a cow-stable, and if the care-taker permits, one can feed the cows and calves with fruits. The calves in the temple during my visit in 2010 were absolutely adorable and frolicking about like delighted young children being showered with gifts.
Swathi is the star or 'nakshathram' of Lord Narasimha Perumal and is celebrated with much gaiety in the temple.
The best route to get to the temple is via Poonamallee - NH4 - Perambakkam - Narasingapuram. After travelling some distance on the NH4, cross Saveetha Engineering college and take the right (Arakkonam Road) just before Empee Distilleries. There are also buses plying on this route that are pretty convenient.
Directions to the temple
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