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Varaha shrine

Varaha shrine in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the boar avatar of Vishnu, reflecting the region's rich medieval temple heritage.

॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

The Varaha shrine stands in Khajuraho village, nestled in the heart of Madhya Pradesh's temple belt. This modest sanctuary is devoted to Varaha, the boar incarnation of Vishnu—one of the most revered avatars in Hindu theology, celebrated for his cosmic act of raising the earth from primordial waters. The temple embodies a spiritual tradition that has long anchored the devotional life of its locality.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

Khajuraho itself carries profound significance in India's architectural and religious landscape. The Varaha shrine, though smaller in scale than some of its neighboring temples, maintains the careful proportion and sacred intent characteristic of the region's shrine-building tradition. Its presence reflects how even modest sanctuaries were designed to serve as focal points for worship and meditation. For pilgrims and scholars alike, it offers insight into how different forms of Vishnu were honored across medieval India, each with its own iconography and theological resonance.

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Varaha shrine

Varaha shrine in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the boar avatar of Vishnu, reflecting the region's rich medieval temple heritage.

The Varaha shrine stands in Khajuraho village, nestled in the heart of Madhya Pradesh's temple belt. This modest sanctuary is devoted to Varaha, the boar incarnation of Vishnu—one of the most revered avatars in Hindu theology, celebrated for his cosmic act of raising the earth from primordial waters. The temple embodies a spiritual tradition that has long anchored the devotional life of its locality.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:30 AMSuprabhatamAwakening of the Lord with vedic hymns
  • 07:00 AMTomala SevaOffering of fresh tulsi & flower garlands
  • 11:30 AMRajbhog AartiMidday bhog and naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMUtthapan DarshanReawakening after the afternoon rest
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiTwilight worship with conch and bell
  • 09:00 PMShayan AartiFinal blessing — sanctum closes for the night

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Madhya Pradesh, India

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