Varaha Cave Temple

Name: Varaha Cave Temple
Address: Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India

Varaha Cave Temple is a rock-cut cave temple located at Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu, India. It dates from the late 7th century and is an example of Indian rock-cut architecture. The temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 1984, showcasing ancient Hindu rock-cut cave architecture.

मुख्य विवरण · Temple details

प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Vishnu (विष्णु)
स्थान / Location: Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu
निर्माण / Built: late 7th century
वास्तुकला शैली / Architecture: rock-cut
निर्माण सामग्री / Material: rock
मंदिर लेआउट / Layout: cave temple

वास्तुकला · Architecture

rock-cut architecture

प्रसिद्ध नक्काशी: sculpture of Vishnu as Varaha lifting Bhudevi

महत्व · Significance

The temple features Vishnu in the form of Varaha, symbolizing the protection of the earth and its inhabitants.

कैसे पहुँचें · How to reach

निकटतम शहर से दूरी: 4 km north

सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ

Which deity is worshipped at Varaha Cave Temple?
Varaha Cave Temple is dedicated to Vishnu (विष्णु).

Where is Varaha Cave Temple located?
Varaha Cave Temple is located in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India, at coordinates 12.6167, 80.025.