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There are at least 2 places in India called Singri. One in South India, in the state of Tamil Nadu, close to the city of Vellore. This place is also referred to as Singiri or "Singri". There is a 1000-year-old temple built in the honor of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha (Nara=Human, Simha=Lion). There is a pratiti (nearest equivalent is a historic fact) that Lord took the form of a half lion and half human to defeat an asura (Demon) who had a boon that no man or beast can kill him. Since he got the boon, however, he had become too proud and condescending toward everyone and troubled them in every possible way. So people prayed to the lord for help when Lord took the form of Narasimha. The statue is amazingly beautiful and witness to the skills of the artists of that day. The place is situated far from all the commotions of a city, reflecting the need for peace sought by every human being.
The second and a beautiful place is situated on the bank of river Brahmaputra, in Sonitpur district, Assam. Main attraction of the place is Gupteswar temple. As mentioned by the great master Jigme Lingpa in the 18th century, Singri has been the pilgrimage site for Tibetans and Bhutanese, since the 14th century.
Category:Villages in Sonitpur district
Singri is the last name or family name of the people who hail from a place called "Singiri" in South India. There are many other places with same name as Singiri, for example in Orissa (a state in North India), in Tanzania etc., which have no bearing on the last name as referred to in this article. Many people use the short form Singri instead of Singiri. This creates another conundrum, a place in Iran is called Singri. Singiri is a small hamlet close to Vellore, a city in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India.
The most famous landmark in Singiri is the Singri Temple or Singri Kovil/Koil. This temple, built in the honor of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha, is over 1000 years old and was built by the famous south Indian king and stalwart Rajavarman, who was the chief at that time. The temple sits on a hillock and far away from everything as though to reflect the need for being away from the very things that tie us to this earth. The main deity is in sitting position and is imposing to look at. The quality of workmanship is astounding.
Though originated there, Singiri's and Singri's have spread all over the world. They are highly educated or in business and are leading impressive life marked by peace and contribution to society.
Category:Indian family names