Narasimha Jharni Cave Temple - The Only One Underwater Temple of Lord Narasimha in the World.
The Narasimha Jharni Cave Temple is the only one underwater temple of Lord Narasimha in the world located in Bidar district of Karnataka, India. Where devotees walk through waist-deep crystal-clear water inside a 300-meter-long cave to reach the deity. The perpetually water-filled cave is believed to contain the demon Jarasura, who was killed by Lord Narasimha. Every year people flock to this temple in droves to get their wishes fulfilled. It is one of the main attractions of Bidar.
This famous cave temple enshrines the powerful deity Lord Narasimha on the wall at the end of a cave and it is an architectural wonder. The idol at Narasimha Jharni Cave temple is a swayambhu roopam – in other words, the deity is self manifested and is very powerful. The fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Lord Narasimha, is half human and half lion. This sacred temple is situated under the Manichoola hill range and it opens at eight in the morning.
The temple of Narasimha Jharni has a myth which mentions that the mighty Lord Narasimha first killed Hiranyakashipu and then proceeded to slay the demon Jalasura who was a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva. After being killed by Lord Narasimha, the demon Jalasura turned into water and started flowing down the feet of the Lord Narasimha. So, It is a thrilling experience to walk through waist deep water for 300 meters through a cave-like tunnel, to seek a view of Lord Narasimha.
At the the end of the cave houses two deities – Lord Narasimha and a Shiva Linga which the demon Jalasura worshipped. Bats hanging from the cave’s ceiling add to the thrill. Lighting and ventilation have been recently installed. Around seven-eight people can stand and watch this spectacular sight as there is very little space here. Others have need to wait in que for their turns in the water.
Devotees who visit the Narasimha Jharni Cave Temple can opt for air, rail or road travel. The nearest airport is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Hyderabad just 120km. Bidar has a major railway station that’s well connected to all major cities. Regular luxury buses run from Bangalore via Hyderabad on NH-7 and NH-9. The temple is easily accessible by roads from the nearest major cities.
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