Korukonda Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Theertham is located in the Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. The Korukonda Temple Timings are from 9 AM to 12 PM.
Korukonda Temple
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It is also a traditional Vaishnava shrine and a historical temple. There are two temples in the same place. Swayambhu, one of the temple idols and another temple idol, was erected. Rajahmundry is 20 km away, and Kakinada is 60 km from the Temple.
History
The Temple was built sometime in the fifteenth or seventeenth centuries. There is also a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was before the construction of the Narasimha Swamy Temple. Lord Rama built the idol of Lord Shiva in the sanctuary.
The sanctuary’s development in the eighteenth century was in the hands of the kings of Peddapuram, the former chairman of the Temple, who donated several to it. Later, a world-renowned businessman also contributed to the shrine, which was later built into the present Korokonda Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple.
Significance
The name of this shrine was derived from the Telugu words ‘Koru’, meaning desire, and ‘Konda’, meaning mountain. So, it can be called a desirable mountain or a shrine where God hears the requests of His followers immediately and fulfils their desires.
The most important idol here is Narasimha Swamy. He is known by the word ‘Satvika Narasimha’ as he is always with his wife Lakshmidevi in this shrine.
In this village, there are two shrines dedicated to Lord Narasimha. The first can be found on a mountain a few kilometres from the primary town. In contrast, the other shrine can be found where there is a smaller mountain than the other hills. One shrine is self-contained; the other was manually built or constructed.
The self-evident statue is located on a mountain about one hundred and twenty meters high. The Temple of Idols found on the hill is about nine inches high.
Architecture
There are two temples, one of which is Swayambhu and the other is the prestigious deity. Swayambhu is about 120 meters away. The height is very steep, with about 615 steps. The village was named “Korokonda” due to the agile structure of the hill. The self-contained goddess appears in a sacred place measuring about 9 inches at the top of the mountain
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Korukonda, is truly amazing and has never been erected by a human deity or any other stone at a height of 120 meters. There is a lot of sculptural beauty around the temple. It was built long ago. Numerous stone inscriptions were found in the Temple on top of the hill.
The Temple was built about 700-800 years ago. The Parashara Bhattar family members look after the temple affairs and continue the same tradition by recognising the family members as the founding trustees. It is the most beautiful-looking place with a scenic view from the hill and the stairs.
The great poet Sri Srinath prayed to the Lord for this desired “Vedadri” in his poetry. Sila supports it – Sasanam found at W.G.Dt, Laxmaneswaram village, Narsapur taluka. It dates to 1443 A.D.
The government has recently proposed undertaking development works around this Temple, which is recognised as a tourist destination.
Korukonda Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Theertham
Korukonda Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Theertham (Kalyanotsavam) will be held in Phalguna Masam.
This Year it will start on 13 March and conclude on 19 March.
- 13 March – Ankurarpanam, Dwajarohanam.
- 14 March – Rathotsavam (2 PM), Kalyana Mahotsavam (9 PM).
- 15 March – Garuda Vahanam.
- 16 March – Anjaneya Vahanam.
- 17 March – Gaja Vahanam.
- 18 March – Sesha Vahana.
- 19 March – Sayanotsavam.
Korukonda Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Theertham from 2022 to 2029
- 2022 Monday, 14 March
- 2023 Friday, 3 March
- 2024 Wednesday, 20 March
- 2025 Monday, 10 March
- 2026 Friday, 27 February
- 2027 Thursday, 18 March
- 2028 Tuesday, 7 March
- 2029 Sunday, 25 February
Festivals Celebrated
- Sri Swamy Vari Kalyana Mahostavam (Phalguna Suddha Ekadasi) (March).
- Telugu New Year’s Day (Chaitra Suddha Padyami) (March/April).
- Sri Ramunjula vari Thiru Nakshtram (May).
- Godavari Pushkara Mahostavam (Sravana Masam – Entrance of Guru in Simha Rasi) (July/August once in 12 Years).
- Sri Vyshnava Krishnastami.
- Sarannavarathri Utsavam (Sri Lakshmi Poojalu) ( Asveeja Suddha Padyami) (October).
- Dhanurmasa Rituals ( Margasira Masam) (December).
- Mukkoti Mahostavam (Sudda Ekadasi) (January).
Korukonda Temple Timings
Below are the Korukonda temple timings:
| Day | Korukonda Temple Timings |
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Accommodation
Somany Deluxe Hotels, 3 and 5 Star, are available at Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry is 20 km away from the Temple
Interesting Places
- Kamwada
- Nilakhamar
- Tumasapali
- Boilapari
- Mariwada
- Malkangiri
- Chidupali
- Gurakhunta
- Tapaguda
- Tandapali
- Balimeta
- Tatiguda
- Kadelmetla
- Badali
- Katameta
- Gampakonda
- Kudumuluguma
- Chitrangpali
- Bejangiwada
- Upper-Sileru
How to reach
By Air:
The nearest airport by air is Rajahmundry, about 10 km away. Direct flights are available from Hyderabad, Vizag, Vijayawada, Tirupati and other major airports.
By Rail:
The nearest railway station is Rajahmundry, located at 24 km. Rajahmundry was well connected to all parts of Andhra Pradesh.
By Road:
The Temple is easily accessible by road from Rajahmundry. Buses from Rajahmundry to Gokavaram pass through Korukunda, about 20 km from Rajahmundry. Buses are available every 15 minutes from Rajahmundry.
Address
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple,
PP.PCO (Post Office)
Korukonda,
Korukonda Mandal,
East Godavari District.
Pin 533 289.
FAQs:
How many steps are there in the Korukonda Temple?
The height of about 615 steps is fascinating, and the village was named “Korukonda” due to the active structure of the hill. The self-sufficient deity is in a sacred place about 9 inches above the mountain.
Rajahmundry to Korukonda Temple distance?
The total straight line distance between Rajahmundry and Korukonda is 200 km (kilometres) and 800 m. The mileage distance from Rajahmundry to Korukonda is 124.8 miles.
It is a straight line distance, so in most cases, the actual travel distance between Rajahmundry and Korukonda may be greater or vary due to the road’s curvature.
The driving distance or travel distance from Rajahmundry to the Korukonda Temple is 235 km and 592 meters. The mile-based road distance between these two travel points is 146.4 miles.
