Penchalakona

Penchalakona

Penchalakona village is located in Rapur mandal of Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh. It is 70 km from Nellore town. Penchalakona houses the temple of Sri Penusila Narasimha Swamy, which is situated at the foot of a hill. It is believed that Kanva Maharshi did his penance here. The annual festival [ [http://www.hinduonnet.com/2005/05/22/stories/2005052210110400.htm The Hindu : Andhra Pradesh News : Briefly ] ] of the temple, during the month of April and May, is a major event at Penchalakona.Devotees from near and far distances congregate for Narasimhaswamy Jayanthi with great devotion.

Places to visit

Penchalakona waterfalls

References


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