Vishnu Varaha Temple, Bilhari,
Madhya Pradesh
Vishnu Varaha Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Bilhari Village in Rithi Tehsil in Katni District in Madhya Pradesh State of India. The temple has been classified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
History
The Temple was constructed by Chedi Kings in 11th Century CE. The temple was totally renovated in later date. The current structure retains only the mandapa and few sculptures from original temple.
The Temple
The Temple was built on a raised platform. The temple consists of sanctum and pillared mukha mandapa. The mandapa is the only structure remained from the original temple. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Lord Vishnu Varaha (in the form of boar). The sanctum is crowned with ribbed dome. The sanctum clearly belongs to the modern era.
Connectivity
The
Temple is located at about 500 meters from Bilhari Bus Stand, 7 Kms from
Gulwara, 15 Kms from Katni, 16 Kms from Katni Junction Railway Station, 16 Kms
from Katni Bus Stand, 30 Kms from Rithi, 92 Kms from Jabalpur and 102 Kms from
Jabalpur Airport. The temple is located at about 7 Kms from Gulwara off the Katni
to Jabalpur route.
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