Hanuman is believed to have been sent here by Rama to help a ruler kill demons in this area. It is believed that Hanuman had manifested himself in this form. Another legend has it that a ruler engaged in hunting in this area, was guided by a divine source of light emanating from a deer which he had struck - to the path of non violence. There is also a legend that this hallowed hill which arose out of the surrounding plains, continued to rise in height much to the chagrin of Indra, who requested Balaramar to press it down to its present height. It is believed that those afflicted with psychological ailments, find cure upon residing here. The Saptarishis desirous of a vision of Narasimhavataram, were blessed after they prayed here for a 'katikai'. Legend has it that Viswamitrar worshipped Vishnu for a 'katikai' and earned the title Bhrammarishi. It isbelieved that even residing here for a matter of minutes (katikai or half an hour) would liberate one from the cycle of births and deaths and hence the name Katikachalam. Home › Temples › Vishnu Temples › Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
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