🏛️ About:
Shri Vishnumoorthy Temple is a famous thousand-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in Aroor, near Belmar and Kunjal. Once surrounded by dense forests and wildlife, the area was originally inhabited by only a few families. According to folklore, some prominent Jain families also resided in the region.
It is believed that Maharishi Gaalavamuni, an extraordinary sage known for his immense spiritual power and the ability to place powerful curses, laid the foundation of this ancient temple. He is also the original founder of Sri Mahishamardini Devi Temple located in Neelavar village, Udupi district.
The administration and daily worship of Lord Maha Vishnu are carried out by a Brahmin family from Simantooru village in Udupi, who follow the Bhagavata tradition. The temple also honors Sage Madhvacharya, and the celebration of Madhva Navami signifies the belief that the great sage once sought blessings from this ancient shrine.
Frontside Shri Vishnumoorthy Temple
Inside Shri Vishnumoorthy Temple
🎉 Festival:
The annual festival is held over four days, typically during Akshaya Tritiya (usually in late April or early May):
- Day 1: The flag (Kodi) is ceremoniously hoisted on the Kodi Mara (flag tree).
- Day 2: Special rituals are performed, including the Maha Ranga Pooja.
- Day 3:
- Afternoon: The temple deity is placed on a chariot (Ratha) and pulled by devotees for two steps.
- Evening (7:00 PM): The deity is again placed on the chariot and pulled in a grand procession to Aroor Primary School, accompanied by drumbeats, fireworks, and Vedic chants. The procession returns to the temple afterward.
- Before the procession begins, a sacred ritual known as Utsava Bali is performed.
- A Maha Anna Santarpana (grand feast) is held for devotees.
Ustava Chariot
Utsava Moorthy
- Day 4:
- Morning: The flag (Kodi) is ceremoniously lowered.
- Afternoon: Prasada Palara (distribution of blessed food) is offered to all devotees.
🕔 Temple Timings:
Monday to Sunday:
🕕 05:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🌇 05:00 PM – 07:30 PM
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