The temple is dedicated to Varaha, the third avatar of Vishnu, who is depicted alongside Goddess Bhumi, symbolizing the Earth.Sree Varaha Murthy is considered the presiding deity of Panniyur village and is revered as the supreme god of Kerala in local traditions. The temple complex has been a center for religious and cultural activities for centuries.
Recent discoveries of stone engravings at Panniyur shed light on the temple's rich history. These engravings indicate the existence of an organized group known as 'Panniyuraayiram' around 1200 years ago. The name suggests that this group comprised 1000 members dedicated to carrying out various cultural and religious activities associated with the temple.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Bhoomi Pooja
Panniyur Sri Varahamurthy Temple, devotees believe that offering prayers and conducting Bhoomi Pooja to Lord Varaha can help in reclaiming lost property and resolving issues related to land or houses. The ritual involves bringing a handful of earth collected from the four corners of one's property to the temple and offering it during the Bhoomi Pooja ceremony.
Abheeshtta Sidhi Pooja
The Abheeshtta Sidhi Pooja is a ritual performed in Hindu tradition to seek fulfillment of desires or wishes, The Abheeshtta Sidhi Pooja is aimed at achieving success in one's aspirations or goals.
Contact Address: Panniyur Sree Varaha Moorthy Temple, Anakkara,
Palakkad
phone : 93834 25440