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      • Athi Varadharaja is one of the 4 Brahma Kararchita Varadaja moorthies (idols). The idol was carved out of an Athi (fig) tree by the celestial architect, Lord Vishwakarma, during the Kritha Yuga. It was the main deity or Moola Moorthi in the Garbhagruha until the early 16th century.
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  2. Jun 5, 2019 · Athi Varadharaja is one among the 4 Brahma Kararchita Varadaja moorthies , carved out of Athi Tree by Vishwakarma in Kritha Yuga. This moorthi was the main deity (Moola Moorthi) in the Grabhagraha, i.e inside PunyaKooti Vimana, until early 16th century.

  3. Jul 8, 2019 · Kanchipuram in Tamilnadu is buzzing with millions of devotees from all over the world for the darshan of Sri Athi Varadar – the Deity who gives darshan once in 40 years only.

  4. Varadharaja Perumal Temple, also called Hastagiri and Attiyuran, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu located in the city of Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the Divya Desams, the 108 temples of Vishnu believed to have been visited by the 12 poet saints, or the Alvars. [1]

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    Vaishnavites (Vishnu devotees) consider the 108 Divya Desam (Vishnu) temples as sacred. Fourteen of the Divya Desam temples are in Kanchipuram with Athi Varadaraja Perumal being one of them. As per the legend, the great saint Sri Ramanujacharyaresided in this temple. In addition to the Divya Desam status, there is something special about this templ...

    As per the tradition every 40 years, water is drained from the water tank beside the temple. This is basically done to bring out the silver casket with the idol of Athi Varadar. The 9 foot idol is then kept at Vasantha Mandapam for 48 days of public viewing: 1. In a sleeping posture for the first 24 days 2. In a standing posture for the next 24 day...

    As per Mythology, Brahma wanted to see Lord Vishnu in his true form. The true form being with four hands – each holding a conch, chakra, mace and lotus.

    Because of the possible Mughal invasion, two dattareyas immersed the idol in the water tank. The idol was placed in a silver casket with serpent clamps at the corners. The clamps helped prevent the silver casket with wooden idol from surfacing.

    The belief is, people who pray to Lord Varadaraja Perumal and touch them get a relief from their chronic diseases.

    Millions came to the holy city of Kanchipuram in 2019 to see the Lord. The city was not accustomed to handle such a crowd and thus chaotic. This resulted in some deaths and many passing out standing in the queue for long hours. Amidst concerns, I went ahead with the plan to witness the age old tradition. In all it took me about 4.5 hours to witness...

    On this special occasion, one will spend 4-5 hours at a minimum to get a glimpse of the Lord. In many cases, devotees have spent even 10-12 hours or more and even give up!

    Yes, I would recommend you to book your hotel or lodge in advance for this special occasion. During this time, the accommodation seems limited and the hotel costs are at a premium. The idol of Athi Varadar would be next available for public viewing in 2059.

    Kanchipuram is located off the highway to Chennai. The best way to get to Kanchipuram from Bangalore would be by bus (4.5 hours). If dropped at the highway, you can take a share an auto to reach your hotel or lodge. From all other cities, it’s best to fly to Chennai and drive to Kanchipuram (2 hours).

    The best time to visit Kanchipuram is between October-March with temperatures being a little cooler. For more such spiritual experiences in India, check out some of the south India tour packages. And if mystery is your interest, check out some of the mysterious Indian tourist places. In case you are keen on traveling to southern India, you could ta...

  5. Jun 1, 2019 · Athi Varadaraja Perumal Darshan. Apart from the idol in the sanctum, there is a idol of Perumal made of wood also called as Athi Varadaraj who is in lying position, which is taken out only once in every 40 years, for a period of 48 days in which for few days he will be kept in lying position and for some days he will be in standing position.

  6. Lord Athi Varadaraja Perumal (Athi Varadar) / Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kanchipuram – Best And Famous Lord Vishnu Temple In India – Visit, Travel Guide.

  7. Jul 25, 2019 · Athi Varadharaja is one of the 4 Brahma Kararchita Varadaja moorthies (idols). The idol was carved out of an Athi (fig) tree by the celestial architect, Lord Vishwakarma, during the Kritha Yuga. It was the main deity or Moola Moorthi in the Garbhagruha until the early 16th century.