Kumbakonam Adi Varaha Perumal Temple
Know the Temple:
"Visit the oldest Perumal temple of Kumbakonam—the Adi Varaha Temple. Hailed as the embodiment of all knowledge, during Masi Magam and Maha Magam, the Lord receives the first respect."
Greatness of the temple:
The Kumbakonam Adi Varaha Perumal Temple is the oldest Vishnu temple in Kumbakonam, where Lord Varaha bestows knowledge, wisdom, and prosperity. The temple holds great significance for Vaishnavites, and devotees believe that worshipping Adi Varaha grants protection from obstacles and negative energies. This temple's role in bestowing knowledge has earned it the title of ‘Gnana Piraan,’ and worship here is a powerful path to both spiritual and material blessings. It is believed to be the spot where Lord Varaha saved the Earth during the cosmic deluge, adding to its legendary status.
Key Temple Facts
- Temple Name: Kumbakonam Adi Varaha Perumal Temple
- Main deity (Lord Vishnu) is known as: Adi Varaha Perumal
- Goddess Mahalakshmi is known as: Ambuja Valli
- Puranic names of the temple: Adi Varaha Kshetra
- Worshipped by: Many sages and kings, including Vaishnavite saints
- Special rituals of the temple: Daily pujas, Abhishekam, Alankaram, Vaikuntha Ekadashi celebrations
- Special boons of the temple: Grants knowledge, protection from negative energies, wealth, prosperity, and abundance
- Specialty of the temple: Believed to be the oldest Vishnu temple in Kumbakonam, Varaha avatar symbolizing restoration of dharma
- Location: Situated within Kumbakonam town
- Divya Desam: No
