Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday: 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM, 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Prime Day & Hours: Thursday and Weekends, morning
Suggested Duration: 1.5 hours - 2 hours
Tickets: Available offline
Nearest Railway Station: Mysuru Junction, about 2.3 km away
Nearest Airport: Mysuru Airport, about 9.6 km away
Nearest Bus Stop: Mysuru Bus Stand, about 2.3 km away
Shri Shvethavaraha Swami Gudi, Mysore, is also known as the Shweta Varahaswamy Temple, and it stands as a symbol of Mysuru’s rich cultural and heritage tapestry. It is located at the southern entrance of the Mysore Palace, and is dedicated to Lord Varaha. This temple’s architecture and its style make it one of the best places to visit in Mysore. Lord Varaha is the boar incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who is believed to have rescued the Earth from the demon Hiranyaksha. This temple’s name, ‘Shvetha Varaha’, means ‘White Boar’, which exactly describes the idol located in the temple.
The lord’s idol was originally consecrated in Srirangapatna by Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar between 1672 and 1704 and was later moved to its current location in 1809. The temple follows the Hoysala style, which you can see in the detailed pillars, carved doors, and murals showing stories from Hindu epics. One special thing here is the images of Srivaishnava Acharayas, Desikar, and Jiyar that were gifted by Krishnaraja Wodeyar III back in 1829, they’re kind of a highlight of the place.
Besides the architectural beauty of this temple, it’s also a peaceful spot where people come to feel connected or just soak in the calm vibe. The quiet atmosphere, along with its history, makes visiting feel nice and meaningful; it’s one of those places that adds to Mysuru’s rich heritage and culture.
