Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple, Srimushnam, Cuddalore
Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located at Srimushnam Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu. Presiding Deity is called as Bhu Varaha Swamy), the boar-avatar of the god Vishnu and his consort is called as Ambujavalli Thayar. The temple had contributions from Medieval Cholas of the 10th century with later expansions by Thanjavur Nayak king Achuthappa Nayak.
The Temple is constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture. A granite wall surrounds the temple, enclosing all the shrines and the temple tanks. There is a seven-tiered Rajagopuram, the temple's gateway tower. Srimushnam is one of the eight Swayambu Vyaktha Kshetrams of Vishnu where presiding deity is believed to have manifested on its own. The festival also symbolizes Hindu-Muslim unity in the region - the flag of the chariot is provided by Muslims; they take offerings from the temple and present to Allah in the mosques.
The temple is one of the few temples where Muslims are allowed to worship till the Ardha Mandapam. Six daily rituals and two yearly festivals are held at the temple, of which the Chariot festival, celebrated during the Tamil month of Vaikasi (April–May), being the most prominent. The temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Legends
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History
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The Temple
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Temple Opening Time
The temple remains open from 06.00 a.m. to 12.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m.
Festivals & Religious Practices
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Religious Significance
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Prayers
According to scriptures and Mantra Sastras, those surrendering at the feet of Lord Varaha Perumal are blessed with eloquence, high position, stable wealth, children, health, and longevity. Those facing adverse aspects of Jupiter, Rahu and Ketu are advised to pray the Lord in this temple for relief. Those buying new vehicles do the puja here. Also, vehicle involved in accidents are brought here after repairs and before using them again.
This is a Prarthana Sthalam for childless couples. Ladies, who have bath in the Nithya Pushkarani, go around the Arasa tree 12times, offer milk and fruits to small kids and recite the Varaha Kavacham are said to be blessed with Children. This is also a Prarthana Sthalam for the unmarried.
Realizing their boons, devotees perform abishek to the Lord with white vastras, Tulsi garlands and light ghee lamps. They distribute the Prasad, offered earlier as Nivedhana to the Lord to the devotees and also arrange feeding. One of the specialties at this temple is the offering of Korai Kizhangu as prasadam to the Lord.
Contact
Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple,
41/61 South Car Street, Srimushnam,
Cuddalore District – 608 703
Phone: +91 4144 245 090
Mobile: +91 94423 78303
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