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ech / Singavel Kundram (Ahobilam Nava Narasimha) — Divya Desam #74

Divya Desam #74 • Vada Nadu (Tirupati / Ahobilam Cluster)
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Where Lord Narasimha burst from the pillar (Ugra Stambham) to protect Prahlada and slay Hiranyakashipu; features 9 Narasimha shrines.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #74 (ech / Singavel Kundram (Ahobilam Nava Narasimha)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Vada Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Prahlada Varada (Nava Narasimhar), graces devotees in Irundha (Nava Narasimha) posture facing East beneath the sacred Guha Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Amirthavalli Thayar (Chenchulakshmi). Holy dips or prostrations near the Pavanasaini River, Indra Theertham are believed to bestow peace, prosperity, and Moksha. Throughout the centuries, Chola, Pandya, Pallava, and Vijayanagara rulers contributed मंडपम्स (mandapams), gopurams, and stone inscriptions preserving the daily Pancharatra / Vaikhanasa Agama worship.
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🙏 Azhwars: Thirumangai Azhwar (10 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 10 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Thirumangai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Prahlada Varada (Nava Narasimhar) and Amirthavalli Thayar (Chenchulakshmi) at ech / Singavel Kundram (Ahobilam Nava Narasimha). Reciting the Pasurams of this Divya Desam inside the sanctum (Garbhagriha) is considered the highest spiritual offering during a pilgrim's Yatra.
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• Annual Brahmotsavam: Celebrated with grand Vahana processions including Garuda Sevai, Hanumantha Vahanam, Surya/Chandra Prabhai, and Rathotsavam (Temple Car festival).
• Vaikuntha Ekadasi (Margazhi): Special Paramapada Vasal / Rapathu & Pagalpathu Utsavam with recitation of Naalayira Divya Prabandham.
• Panguni Uthiram & Thayar Thirukalyana Utsavam: Celestial wedding festival of Lord Prahlada Varada (Nava Narasimhar) and Goddess Amirthavalli Thayar (Chenchulakshmi).
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Tirupati / Ahobilam Cluster (Nandyal District, Andhra Pradesh)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Nandyal and nearby pilgrimage towns in Tirupati / Ahobilam Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Nandyal / Tirupati / Ahobilam Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Nandyal - Andhra Pradesh region (approx. 1 to 2.5 hours by cab via highway).
• Pilgrim Tip: Verify temple opening hours (6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM) before starting; afternoon closure is typically between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.