Sri Kambada Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Karnataka

Sri Kambada Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is located in Kammasandra village, Dasanapura Hobli, Bengaluru North Taluk, Karnataka.

Main Deity

The main deity is *Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy* worshipped in a *Kambada (pillar) form. The deity is believed to be Swayambhu (self-manifested). The idol is associated with **Sudarshana Chakra* and *Sri Chakra symbolism*, representing protection and prosperity. The visible tongue feature signifies the Lord’s fierce (Ugra) aspect that destroys evil while blessing devotees with courage and protection.

Temple Architecture

The temple follows traditional South Indian architectural style. A Dwajasthambha (flag post) stands in front of the sanctum. The Garbhagriha houses the sacred pillar-form Narasimha. The temple structure is simple yet spiritually powerful, creating a calm and devotional atmosphere.

History

As per local tradition, the temple is very ancient. In earlier times, this entire region was covered with dense forests. Over centuries, settlements developed around this sacred place.

Local belief holds that the temple structure may have been constructed or renovated during the *Chola period*, when the Cholas ruled parts of South India. However, there are no clearly available inscriptional records publicly confirming this. The historical details are mainly preserved through temple lore and oral tradition.

Sthalapurana

According to temple tradition, in ancient times this area was surrounded by forests and a nearby river flowed close to the region.

It is believed that Agastya (Agastya Muni)* visited this sacred place during his travels in South India. While performing penance near the riverbank, he discovered a divine Narasimha form manifested in a pillar-like stone.

Recognising it as Swayambhu, Sage Agastya consecrated and established the deity here. Since the Lord appeared in a kamba (pillar), the name Kambada Narasimha* came into use.

Festivals

Narasimha Jayanthi is the main festival celebrated with great devotion. Other festivals include Brahmotsava, Vaikunta Ekadashi, Ugadi, and special poojas on Ekadashi days. Large numbers of devotees visit during festival occasions.