Savitri Bhavan — Attraction in Tamil Nadu

Super place Matri Mandir, the soul of Auroville, is a striking architectural marvel and a spiritual beacon nestled amidst the lush greenery of the international township in southern India. Often referred to as the "Temple of the Mother," Matri Mandir holds a profound significance in Auroville's philosophy and vision.

Architectural Brilliance: Designed by French architect Roger Anger, Matri Mandir is a testament to innovative architectural design. Its iconic golden sphere is surrounded by twelve petals, symbolizing the twelve virtues of the Mother - the spiritual collaborator of Sri Aurobindo, after whom Auroville was founded. The edifice exudes an aura of serenity and simplicity, inviting seekers from all walks of life to delve into the depths of their consciousness.

Spiritual Significance: Matri Mandir is not a place of worship for any particular religion, but rather a universal spiritual space open to all, irrespective of their beliefs. It serves as a center for meditation and introspection, where individuals can explore their inner selves, seek inner peace, and connect with their higher consciousness. The quietude and ambiance within the mandir encourage deep reflection and a sense of harmony with the universe.

Inner Chamber - The Chamber of Silence: At the core of Matri Mandir lies the Inner Chamber, often referred to as the "Chamber of Silence." This sacred space is a space for individual meditation, where silence is revered and observed by all visitors. The centerpiece of the Inner Chamber is a large crystal, which symbolizes the Divine's light manifesting within oneself. The experience of sitting in this chamber amidst the gentle rays of the crystal is often described as transformative and spiritually uplifting.

Integral Yoga and Auroville's Vision: The creation of Matri Mandir aligns with the principles of Integral Yoga, a spiritual philosophy developed by Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. It emphasizes the evolution of consciousness and the aspiration to realize the divine essence within each individual. Auroville, the township surrounding Matri Mandir, embodies the vision of human unity, peace, and sustainable living. As a focal point of spiritual energy, Matri Mandir serves as a guiding light, inspiring Aurovillians and visitors alike to contribute to the realization of this vision.

Visitor Experience: Visiting Matri Mandir requires a prior booking and a short introductory session, where the significance and guidelines for meditation within the Inner Chamber are explained. The journey to the Inner Chamber includes a peaceful walk through a beautiful garden, known as the Peace Area, adding to the overall...

Facilities Offered by Savitri Bhavan

Picture Gallery: Displays the Meditations on Savitri paintings made by Huta under the guidance of the Mother, illustrating selected passages from Sri Aurobindo’s poem.

Reading Room: Houses a reference collection of books and journals to facilitate study and understanding of Sri Aurobindo’s Savitri.

Audio-visual Collection: Contains a rich collection of recorded talks, video-films and music relating to Savitri, the life and teachings of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, and the aims and ideals of Auroville, for use by groups and individuals.

Maison de l’Agenda de Mère – House of Mother’s Agenda: Was created in 1988 to provide access to the Mother’s Agenda – the Mother’s record of her sadhana from 1956-1973. The House of Mother’s Agenda has been housed at Savitri Bhavan since 2006.

Publications: Savitri Bhavan publishes two journals of Study Notes on Savitri: Invocation in English, and Prarthana in Tamil, in addition to books and pamphlets relating to our central focus.

Reception and Information Service: The Reception Desk is open from 9-5 daily, 6 days a week, to receive visitors and answer queries. Queries from students and researchers are also dealt with by e-mail and correspondence. Books, recordings and other learning-materials related to the activities of Savitri Bhavan are available from the Information Service.

Research: Savitri Bhavan has been created to foster a living research that aids the growth of consciousness. Supporting all these activities a team of researchers is engaged in developing materials that will foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the vision and work of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother and the aims and ideals of Auroville. Assistance is also offered to students and researchers in this field from...

This was the most beautiful museum with no entry fees. The place is quiet and peaceful. The people at reception are very sweet. Although you are not allowed to click the pictures of the paintings but it's a beautiful gallery of all the paintings.

We went around in the evening and I sat in the meditation room. Unknowingly they had a 20 min session to be started. The session involved poetries and the presenter was very sweet to explain about the session and post the session we had a short meditation making it even more serene experience.

If you are around and won't mind knowing more about savitri or just want to explore a museum, you shouldn't...