Himalayan Center of Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital Entry Fee
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Himalayan Center of Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital Address: Van Niwas Barapathar, Ayarpatta, Kilbury Road, Ayarpatta, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263002, India
Most of us are happy, doing fine with life, have adjusted to the situation or are in a race which nobody will ever win because there is no finish line. Aspirations are like a kite, which will keep gaining height until you stop the thread supply and after two or three flips in the sky, it breaks and falls. With increasing aspiration, peace is decreasing and so is tranquility. Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a nirvana place for people who wander in search of peace and tranquility.
Embraced in the lush green mountains and away from the city noise, Sri Aurobindo Ashram offers its visitors a serene environment to breathe and live in. The main aim of the ashram is to help people attain self-satisfaction, good health, peace and calm from within through yoga and meditation. The place beholds a charismatic aura which feels divine and gifted. The moment you step into the ashram premises, relaxation flows in and stress flows out.
Also known as Van Niwas, Sri Aurobindo Ashram is located at a height of 2200 meters above sea level giving a panoramic view of the Nainital valley. The ashram is spread across 4 acres of land and is a steep climb uphill from the city. A subsidiary of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram Pondicherry, this Himalayan center is the most visited, as it a perfect combination of both peace and beauty. The fresh air, green campus and divine atmosphere makes it a major tourist attraction of Nainital.
Subdued under the fast pace of metro cities and ever-increasing stress, one can revisit and reinforce their spirituality at the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, such is its aura. The ashram conducts various camps, workshops, training programs and talks relating to stress management, lifestyle, meditation, and yoga on a regular basis.
There are provisions for stay and food at the ashram which can be pre-booked with authorities. It is highly recommended for everyone to stay here at least once in their lifetime and experience the truest effect of meditation on your mind and persona.
Activities at Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital
Indulge and get carried away in a truly introspecting meditation session along with yoga and rejuvenate your mind. Attend talks on various genres like spiritual philosophy, mind-body medicine, stress management, sleep, nutrition, exercise, mental alertness. There are also sessions conducted on how to quit smoking, drinking, tobacco chewing, etc.
There are special activities designed for children which include both physical and mental exercises. The focus of these activities is discipline, time management, helping, sharing, respecting elders, etc. The ashram also provides for food to its guests and also allows bringing food from outside. However, only vegetarian food is allowed on the premises of ashram.
Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital Entry Fee and Timings
You can visit the ashram on all days of the week including public holidays from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. There is no entry fee to visit the ashram.
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How to Reach Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital
The ashram is located in close vicinity of Nainital city. The distance is just 1 km from the Mall Road and can be covered while strolling uphill. You can also hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi cab from Mall Road to Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
If you are traveling by air, Pantnagar airport is the nearest airport which is 83 km away. You can hire a shared or private taxi from the airport to reach the Mall road or directly go to Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
If you are traveling by train, Kathgodam railway station is the nearest railway station which is 39.2 km away. There are a lot of buses commuting between the railway station and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. You can also hire a private or shared taxi from the railway station to reach the ashram. For a hassle free commutation within the hill station, you can book a cab from top car rental companies in Nainital.
Places to visit nearby Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital
Sri Aurobindo Ashram is located close to the Nainital city which makes it quite accessible. There are a lot of famous tourist destinations around Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
Visit the famous Naini lake and enjoy a colorful boat ride. You can shop at the Mall road which is set alongside the banks of Naini lake.
Do the famous candle shopping in Nainital, famous for its hand-crafted, heavenly aromatic candles.
Take blessings from the local goddesses at the Naina Devi temple, one of the most famous places to visit in Nainital, which is 2 km away and Pashan Devi temple, 2.5 km away.
If you are traveling with kids, visit the G. B. Pant High Altitude Zoo 7 km away and eco cave gardens, just 2 km away.
Witness the snow-covered mountains of the Naini Peak, just 4 km away.
Best Season to visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram Nainital
You can visit the Sri Aurobindo Ashram during all seasons. The place is well maintained and offers exceptional views of the Nainital valley. Be a part of the wonder this place is.
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