The Temple is regarded as one of the Nava Narasimha Kshethras. The Presiding Deity is Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The Main Deity is a Swayambhumurthy and is also called as Chatravati Narasimha Swamy or Somaseela Narasimha Swamy. Here, He Blesses His Devotees with His Consort Goddess Chenchu Lakshmi. The Shrine for Goddess Chenchu Lakshmi is located on a steep hillock closeby. Since the Lord is found on a huge rock this Temple derives the name Penusila. The Temple is built close to River Kandaleru from were a waterfalls too originates. There is a Welcome Arch leading to the Temple. There is a huge Idol of Garudan and a separate Shrine for Lord Anjaneya Swamy. There is an Idol of Lord Krishna with the snake Kaalingan. The Temple has a sacred tank and taking a dip is considered very holy and is believed to cure all ailments of any Devotee. There are few mandapams which could be used on different occasions. Choultries too are available for Devotees coming from far off places. There are a row of petty shops and eateries. There is ample car parking space here. The entire Temple complex with the backdrop of the hilly mountain terrain is picturesque and a treat to watch for any Devotee.
Temple Timing: 4:30AM to 12:30PM and 3PM to 7.30PM
Contact: 08621-221604, 094910 00737.
Distance from Nellore to Penchalakona is 92 Kms
Distance from Naidupet to Penchalakona is 96 Kms
Distance from Gudur to Penchalakona is 66 Kms
Distance from Kurnool to Penchalakona is 280 Kms
Distance from Kadiri to Penchalakona is 227 Kms
Distance from Vijayawada to Penchalakona is 370 Kms
Distance from Mangalagiri to Penchalakona is 355 Kms
Distance from Eluru to Penchalakona is 426 Kms
Distance from Chittoor to Penchalakona is 180 Kms
Distance from Badrachalam to Penchalakona is 550 Kms
Distance from Kavali to Penchalakona is 156 Kms
Distance from Hyderabad to Penchalakona is 495 Kms
Distance from Nandyal to Penchalakona is 204 Kms
Distance from Kadapa to Penchalakona is 131 Kms
Distance from Rajampet to Penchalakona is 86 Kms
Distance from Vontimitta to Penchalakona is 110 Kms
Distance from Badvel to Penchalakona is 74 Kms
Distance from Mydukur to Penchalakona is 110 Kms
Distance from Tirupathi to Penchalakona is 117 Kms
Distance from Thiruchanoor to Penchalakona is 111 Kms
Distance from Chennai to Penchalakona is 201 Kms
Nearest Railway Station Nellore R.S.
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