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Osho Ashram : |
Pune
is easily approachable via air, road or rail from any part of the country.
It is just 180 km from the nearest metro, Mumbai. The foundation stone of
the centre was laid by the Bhagwan Shri Rajneesh. Osho Ashram over the
years, has become a virtual refuge for anyone looking for Indian
spirituality.
How to Reach ?
The train service between Pune and Mumbai is an excellent one. Buses too
are available frequently.
» Activities
Yoga, meditation and spiritual activities.
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Ramakrishna Ashram
(Belur math) : |
Formed by Swami Vivekananda in 1897, the math and mission here
delivers the ideologies of Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa of seeking god in man
by rendering service to the needy, poor by giving spiritual succor to the
restless in search of comfort.The Ram Krishna Mission has more than 105
centers of the Ramakrishna Movement all over India. Abroad, there are
centers in Argentina, Bangladesh, Canada, Fiji, France, Japan, Mauritius,
the Netherlands, Russia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, the United
Kingdom and the United States of America. It is advisable to reach the
ashram early in the morning, since the ashrams and the temples at Belur are
closed to devotees between 12 noon and 4 pm and then again after the evening
prayers.
How to Reach ?
Calcutta is well connected by road, train and air to all the major cities
in India as well as abroad. Belur is easily accessible by road or train from
Howrah station.
» Activities
Meditation, Spiritual Activities and philosophy of Sri Ramakrishna
Paramhansa and teachings of Swami Vivekananda.
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Ashrams in
Rishikesh : |
Rishikesh
is the Mecca of Yoga & mediation and hence houses numerous Yoga &
meditation centres with world class facilities and services. Some of the
major Yoga & meditation centres are :
» Yoga Study Centre : One of the best and most
dedicated ashram to Hatha Yoga.
» Shiva Nanda Ashram (Divine Life Society) :
(Spiritual as well as activities related to Hinduism are practised here
every day)
» Yoga Niketan : (runs yoga classes regularly)
» Parmarth Niketan : (runs traditional Indian
School, Guest house and Ganga Arti every evening)
» Ved Niketan : (Ashram runs yoga and Meditation
classes regularly) Transcendental Meditation Centre of Maharishi Mahesh
Yogi: (ideal for meditation)
» Sacha Vedic Sansthan : (organises spiritual and
Hindu religious activities very often)
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Art of Living : |
Perched on a small hill amidst the rambling landscape full of hills
and dales, is the Art of Living Ashram in the state of Karnataka in South
India. Spread over a large area the complex houses offices, snack shop,
dining hall, residential quarters, library, prayer hall, beautifully
maintained lawns and an amazingly erected lotus-shaped tower. The ashram
complex also has a school, which caters to about 700 children from the
nearby areas.
Once a barren land, this ashram complex is now a paradise for the peace
lovers. The Art of Living Ashram is a heavenly abode to all who wish to
rejuvenate from their stress and strain.
How to Reach ?
Easily accessible from Bangalore by road as local buses, taxis and
auto-rickshaws are easily available. Bangalore being a fair weather city,
all year round is a good time to visit the center.
» Activities
Art of Living involves techniques that creates interest in life and
improves the potential of the people.
Ashrams in India
