Varaha
Dharani Varaha
Dashashwamedh area · near D 17/111
History & traditions
This Varaha form recalls Vishnu lifting the earth. The heritage listing places it outside near the Dashashwamedh house code. Confirm the image in the lanes.
Deity & sacred image
- Deity or sacred figure
- Vishnu in the form listed as Dharani Varaha
- Idol or shrine image
- The sources identify the deity. The image’s appearance and material are unconfirmed.
PILGRIMAGE CONTEXT
Varaha
Varaha is the boar avatar of Vishnu, remembered for lifting the earth from the waters. The Kashi Khanda singles out Yajna Varaha, while the field survey records several other named images across Kashi. A shared story identifies the avatar. The name and recorded address identify the local form.