Laxmi Varaha Temple

Laxmi Varaha Temple is a Hindu temple located in Aul town in Kendrapara district, Odisha, dedicated to Lord Varaha, the boar incarnation of Vishnu, with Goddess Lakshmi seated on his lap. Situated near the Aul Palace, it is one of the few temples in Odisha enshrining Varaha in this form. The temple is noted for its traditional Kalinga architecture, ancient stone idol, and religious importance for devotees visiting coastal Odisha.

Visitors can expect a compact temple complex in Aul town centered on the sanctum housing the stone idol of Varaha with Lakshmi on his lap. The setting includes traditional Kalinga-style temple architecture, a courtyard for darshan, and proximity to the Aul Palace. The atmosphere is that of an active place of worship with daily rituals, devotees offering prayers, and a quiet town surroundings.

The temple is believed to have been established several centuries ago under the patronage of the rulers of the Aul estate. It enshrines a rare composite stone image of Varaha with Lakshmi and reflects Kalinga temple architectural traditions and the historical patronage of Vaishnavism in the Kendrapara region.

The temple is an important Vaishnavite religious centre in coastal Odisha, revered for its unique Lakshmi-Varaha form symbolizing protection and prosperity. It is central to local devotional life, daily worship and annual religious observances, drawing devotees from surrounding districts.