What to expect
Highlights
- The 6.7 m monolithic Narasimha under the serpent hood.
- The adjacent monolithic Badavilinga Shiva linga.
- A short walk from the Sasivekalu Ganesha and Hemakuta Hill.
Lakshmi Narasimha Statue
The Lakshmi Narasimha statue is the largest monolith in Hampi — a 6.7 m image of Narasimha, the man-lion avatar of Vishnu, carved from a single boulder in 1528 and seated in a yoga posture beneath a seven-hooded serpent (Sesha).
Practical guide
Plan Lakshmi Narasimha Statue
Typeheritage
Nearest baseHampi
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed20 to 30 minutes
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseHampi
DistrictVijayanagara
Place typeheritage
Time needed20 to 30 minutes.
The Lakshmi Narasimha statue is the largest monolith in Hampi — a 6.7 m image of Narasimha, the man-lion avatar of Vishnu, carved from a single boulder in 1528 and seated in a yoga posture beneath a seven-hooded serpent (Sesha).
The figure of the goddess Lakshmi on his knee was damaged when the city was sacked in 1565, so it is often called Ugra (fierce) Narasimha. The huge monolithic Badavilinga (a Shiva linga standing in water) is right next door.
Visiting
Lakshmi Narasimha Statue — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeOctober to February; morning
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Lakshmi Narasimha Statue
Hampi–Kamalapura road below Hemakuta Hill
6.7 m monolith; the Badavilinga stands right next door.
Getting there
How to visit
- On the Hampi–Kamalapura road below Hemakuta Hill; walkable or a short moped/auto ride.
- Free to view; combine with the Ganesha monoliths and Hemakuta Hill.
Distance by road
- Bengaluru340 km
- Hubballi145 km
- Hyderabad360 km
- Ballari65 km
- Badami140 km
Road km to Vijayanagara; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; morning light is best.
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Visitor notes
- Open access; a protected monument — do not climb on the sculpture.
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Lakshmi Narasimha Statue — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Lakshmi Narasimha Statue?
October to February; morning light is best.
What are the entry fee and timings at Lakshmi Narasimha Statue?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Lakshmi Narasimha Statue?
On the Hampi–Kamalapura road below Hemakuta Hill; walkable or a short moped/auto ride. Free to view; combine with the Ganesha monoliths and Hemakuta Hill.
How much time do I need for Lakshmi Narasimha Statue?
20 to 30 minutes.
What else is near Lakshmi Narasimha Statue?
Nearby you can pair Krishna Temple (220 m), Sasivekalu Ganesha (280 m), Hemakuta Hill (370 m), Kadalekalu Ganesha (490 m).
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Image credits
- Lakshmi Narasimha Statue:Ingo Mehling, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0