About

Narasimhawadi is famous for the Hindu temple of Shri Narasimha Saraswati (Marathi: ?????? ???????) (1378–1458) located on the banks of the river Krishna. Shri Dattatreya in his Narasimha Saraswati incarnation is believed to have lived here for as long as 12 years. (Ref. Shri Gurucharitra). The life story of Shri Narasimha Saraswati, his philosophy and related stories are described in Shri Guru Charitra. There are no images or idols here which show his presence. But there are two padukas or slippers which immortalize his great avatar.

History

Narasimhawadi commonly known as Narsobawadi or Narsobachi Wadi is a small town in Shirol Tahasil in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. Narsobawadi gets its name from the presence of 'Shri Narasimha Saraswati', the Purna Avatar of Lord Dattatreya. With a lot of archaeological value this became a major pilgrim spot for many Shri Dattatrey devotee. Also, there is a confluence of the two rivers Panchganga and Krishna.

Timing

05.00 Kakad Aarti and Paduka Puja

08.00 to 12.00 Rudrabhishek

12.30 to 13.30 Maha Puja, Aarti

15.00 to 16.00 Pavamana Sookta Parayan

19.30 Dhoop Aarti

20.00 Palkhi

22.00 Shej Aarti

(after the Shej Aarti the temple is closed for devotees)