Narasimha
Kolahala Narasimha
Matha near Siddhi Vinayak · CK 8/189
History & traditions
The directory places Kolahala at a matha in the Manikarnika lanes. Use Siddhi Vinayak as a nearby landmark and ask about access.
Deity & sacred image
- Deity or sacred figure
- Vishnu in the form listed as Kolahala Narasimha
- Idol or shrine image
- The sources identify the deity. The image’s appearance and material are unconfirmed.
PILGRIMAGE CONTEXT
Narasimha
Narasimha is the lion-man avatar of Vishnu. In his devotional story he intervenes to protect Prahlada from Hiranyakashipu. The Kashi Khanda names local Narasimha tirthas, and the survey records additional images in temples, ashrams and wall niches. The shrine’s epithet and host precinct distinguish the individual stop.