Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple
మంగళగిరి శ్రీ పానకాల లక్ష్మీ నృసింహ స్వామి దేవస్థానం
Lord Lakshmi Narasimha (Panakala Narasimha — accepts jaggery water offering) · Mangalagiri, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh
Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple (మంగళగిరి శ్రీ పానకాల లక్ష్మీ నృసింహ స్వామి దేవస్థానం) is dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha (Panakala Narasimha — accepts jaggery water offering). Located in Mangalagiri, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh at 300 metres above sea level on Mangalagiri hill. Significance: Among 108 Vaishnava Divya Desams. Unique tradition of offering Panakam (jaggery-water) — when poured into the deity's mouth, half is consumed (or seemingly absorbed) and half flows back as prasadam. Devotees take this consumed-prasadam home.
History & Significance
14th century temple. The unique feature: the deity's mouth opening accepts panakam (jaggery water) which mysteriously disappears (with sound that devotees interpret as divine acceptance). One of the 108 Divya Desams.
Among 108 Vaishnava Divya Desams. Unique tradition of offering Panakam (jaggery-water) — when poured into the deity's mouth, half is consumed (or seemingly absorbed) and half flows back as prasadam. Devotees take this consumed-prasadam home.
Darshan & Sevas
Darshan timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (morning), 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM (evening). Panakam offering specifically only in morning hours.
Major sevas: Panakam offering (signature ritual), Sahasranamarchana, Sudarshana Homam, Lakshmi Narasimha Kalyanam, Vaikuntha Ekadashi seva.
Festivals
Brahmotsavam (March-April), Narasimha Jayanti (May), Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Dec-Jan).
Accommodation
Private hotels in Mangalagiri town (5 km) and Guntur (12 km). Devasthanam basic rooms.
How to Reach
From Vijayawada: 14 km. From Guntur: 12 km. Vijayawada railway/airport are major hubs.
Prasadam
Panakam (jaggery water), Daddojanam, Laddu.
Dress Code
Traditional preferred.
Best Time to Visit
November-February; visit Vijayawada Kanaka Durga temple same day (10 km away).
Nearby Attractions
Kanaka Durga Temple Vijayawada — 14 km; Undavalli Caves — 17 km; Amaravati (Buddhist Stupa) — 35 km; Kondaveedu Fort — 30 km.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the darshan timings at Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple?
6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (morning), 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM (evening). Panakam offering specifically only in morning hours.
How to reach Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple?
From Vijayawada: 14 km. From Guntur: 12 km. Vijayawada railway/airport are major hubs.
What is the dress code at Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple?
Traditional preferred.
Where to stay near Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple?
Private hotels in Mangalagiri town (5 km) and Guntur (12 km). Devasthanam basic rooms.
When is the best time to visit Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple?
November-February; visit Vijayawada Kanaka Durga temple same day (10 km away).
What festivals are celebrated at Mangalagiri Sri Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Temple?
Brahmotsavam (March-April), Narasimha Jayanti (May), Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Dec-Jan).