Varahaperumal Temple, located in Thanjavur district of Kumbakonam, is a prominent Hindu temple devoted to Lord Vishnu. The shrine, located directly behind the Chakrapani temple, dates back to the Varaha Avatar period, hence the name Varahaperumal. Lord Vishnu’s consort is venerated as Bhoodevi Thayyar, and she is said to answer petitions for land and property issues.
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- History/Legend of the Temple Two Dwarapalakas named Jayan and Vijayan formerly fortified Lord Narayana's home in VaiKundam. Inflicting a curse caused them to be born as Hiranyaksha and Hiranyakashipu on Earth. As Hiranyaksha, he abducted the earth and imprisoned it in the underworld. When the devotees begged Vishnu, the Lord appeared as Varaha (boar) and disappeared underground. He crushed the Asura and restored the earth (Bhoodevi). Varaha Moorthy is the principal deity at Adhi Varaha Perumal Temple. While the Moolavar sits, the Utsavar stands, with his left foot on Adhisesha. The Goddess is performing darshan as Ambuja Valli in a different shrine. Another noteworthy altar is that of Shri Santhanakrishnan in his youthful form. The Pushkarini is referred to as Varaha Kulam. It is supposed that Sage Kashyapar took a holy bath and saw the Lord here. The Neiveidhyam available here is made of Korai Kizhangu.
- Name of the Deities Sri Adhi Varaha Perumal & Sri Ambuja Valli.
- Nearby Cities and Distance Thanjavur (39.6Km). Karaikal (60.5Km). Trichy (102.7Km).
- Mode of Transport(from the nearest city) Car. Bus. Train.
- Duration (from the nearest city) Thanjavur (48min).
- Estimated cost of the travel (from the nearest city) car,auto,bus... Car - Rs.1400. Bus - Rs.44. Train - Rs.145 to 1175.
- Temple Instructions Visitors are encouraged to preserve the purity and tradition of Varaha Perumal Temple at Kanchipuram by refraining from taking pictures inside.
- Special Days and Special Happenings Aside from daily poojas, the annual celebration with automobile parade will be held in April. This Adhi Varaha Perumal Temple is one of five Maha Vishnu temples that take part in the Mahamaham Theerthavari festival, which happens every 12 years. In addition to the five Maha Vishnu temples, Kumbakonam has 12 Shiva temples that participate in the Mahamaham festival.
- Rituals Available If devotees with house or land troubles worship the Perumal here on Panchami thithi and present thulasi garland, all of their problems would be resolved, and peace will regain in their families.
- Offerings On Panchami Thithi, devotees might present the deity with flowers and fruits as a token of their love and devotion, as well as a thulasi garland. They can also apply an oil coat for protection to all the deities in the temple and gift a neyvedhyam made from rice flour, ghee, sugar, and a powdered root that was grown beneath grass.
- Prasadham A special prasadam cooked with rice flour, sugar, ghee, and root powder is served at the Adivaraha Perumal Temple in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. The morning following the Arthajama Pooja, the final pooja of the evening, devotees are offered this prasadam, also known as a Naivedhyam.
- Benefits of Visiting The temple's special boons include knowledge, protection against negative energies, money, prosperity, and abundance.
- Is this temple a Paadal Petra Sthalam? No
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- Other things to do / places of interest Mahamaham Tank (2.5Km). Porter Town Hall (1.2Km). City Plaza Shopping (1.3Km). Srinivasa Ramanujan Monument (1.2Km).
- Nearby Temples Arulmigu Swaminatha Swamy Temple. Arulmigu Sri Oppiliappan Temple. Suriyanar Koil Temple. Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple. Sri Sarangapani Swami Temple.
- Nearby Eateries Mangalambiga Coffee and Tiffin Center. Sri Balaji Bhavan. Sri Gowrikrishna Hotel. The Grand Navarasa Veg. SRI GANESH BHAVAN.
- Hotels / Home stays: SRI HOME STAY. Indeco Hotels Swamimalai. Iyyangar Guesthouse. Thirumalai Home Stay - Friendly Living. Royal Residency.
- Standard Weather It is hot and humid all year round in Kumbakonam, with overcast skies during the wet season and windy, usually cloudy conditions during the dry season.
- For the best experience / Must know Devotees seeking divine benefits are drawn to the temple because of its distinctive features, which include the sacred tank next to the Chalagramam statue.
- Not to miss This temple, which is devoted to Lord Aadhi Varaha Perumal, is renowned for its exquisite sculptures and calm sanctums that evoke devotion and sense of peace.
- Note for Travelers Sri Aadhi Varaha Perumal Temple is located on P Shunmugam Road in Valayapettai Agraharam, which is part of Kumbakonam City. The temple is around 2.5 kilometers from the Kumbakonam Bus Stand, 3.2 kilometers from the Kumbakonam Railway Station, 36 kilometers from Mayiladuthurai, and 38 kilometers from Thanjavur. The nearest train station is Kumbakonam.
Opening Hours
Monday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
FAQ's
How can I reach Adhi Varaha Perumal Temple?
By Air: The nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli Airport (Trichy) (approx. 90 km). By Train: Kumbakonam Railway Station is well connected to major cities in Tamil Nadu. By Road: Buses and taxis are available from Chennai, Trichy, and other major towns.
What days are best for visiting Adhi Varaha Perumal Temple in Kumbakonam?
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday are ideal days to visit Adhi Varaha Perumal Temple.
What is the significance of Adhi Varaha Perumal Temple?
It is one of the few temples dedicated to the Varaha avatar of Lord Vishnu, representing his rescue of the Earth Goddess (Bhudevi).
Is there any dress code to visit the temple?
Traditional attire is recommended. Men are advised to wear dhoti or veshti, and women should wear saree or salwar kameez.
Is photography allowed inside the temple?
Usually, photography is not allowed inside the sanctum but may be permitted in the outer premises.
