It is 16 kilometers from the port city and Simhachalam is a Hill of Lord Narasimha Swamy. It is also known for the 13th century Varaha Narasimha temple which is set in the Kailasha Hills and hot springs. The deity at this place is covered with sandalwood paste at all time.
In the Chandanayatra Festival held in the month of March or April each year, one can see the real shape of the deity. It is one of the temples from 11th century, dedicated to Lord Narasimha, who is combination of the Varaha and the Narasimha, one of the incarnations of God Vishnu.
This temple is located at a distance of 16 kilometers on northeast of Visakhapatnam city. At Simhlachalam Hill at a distance of 16 kilometers on northeast is the Vishnu temple in Orissan style from 11th century.
How to reach
- By Air - Visakhapatnam is at a distance of 16 kilometers and it is the nearest airport to Simhachalam.
- By Rail - Visakhapatnam with same distance 16 kilometers is the nearest railway station from this city.
- By Bus - It is accessible from Visakhapatnam by bus very easily.
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