Bhoo Varahswamy Temple | Degula Sambhrama Episode 35 | Mysore

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Bhoo Varahswamy Temple | Degula Sambhrama Episode 35 | Mysore
Near Mysore is the Bhoo (Bhu) Varahaswamy Temple, which is dedicated to the third incarnation of the Lord Vishnu. The temple is in a tiny village named Kalhalli, near Mysore in Karnataka. This temple lies on the banks of the River Hemavati.
The third incarnation of Vishnu is the wild boar form, better known as Varahaswamy. The idol is 18 feet in height and is made of grey stone. The idol is in a sitting position with the goddess Bhoodevi seated on his left lap. Bhoodevi idol is 3.5 feet tall. An idol of the Lord Hanuman is also sculpted under the main idol. Bhoo Varahaswamy Temple is extremely famous among the locals and it is believed that the deity has mysterious powers.
It is said that Bhoo Varahaswamy Temple is over 2500 years old. It is believed that the great sage Gautama performed penance at this temple and that is why the temple has significance among the locals.
There is a legend of the King Veera Ballala behind this temple. It is believed that while hunting, the King got lost in the forest and he rested under a tree. While resting, he noticed a strange thing happen, he saw a dog chasing a rabbit and after reaching a particular point, the rabbit started chasing the dog.
This made the King believe that the place had certain magical powers, and he dug up the place only to find the deity of Varahaswamy hidden under the layers of earth. Post this incident, the King built a temple and used to offer prayers every day.
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