Namagiri Amman Temple

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A Temple dedicated to the Goddess Namagiri Amman. It is situated within the temple complex of the Narasimha Swamy kovil. According to the legends, Namagiri Amman (or Namagiri Lakshmi) appeared in the Kamalalayam and performed penance which pleased Narasimha Swamy. The Amman is reputed for granting prayers for marriages and children. The temple is located facing the Narasimha Swamy Kovil and contains a holy waterspring known as the Narasimha Theertham. On the outside in the open is a colossal stone statue 18’high of Visvarupa Anjaneya, populary known as Hanumantharaya Swamy. The sculptural works of the temple exhibit influence of the Pallava and Chalukya art.

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Narasimmar Picture
Namagiri Amman Picture

How to Reach:

By Air

The nearest airport is Salem Airport [at] 60 Km Coimbatore International airport is [at] 160 km Trichy airport is [at] 90 Km

By Train

Namakkal railway station in between Salem - Karur line.

By Road

Namakkal is 50 Km from Salem and 45 Km from Karur. It is on National Highway.