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Bandel Lahiri Babar Ashram is a hidden gem located in the quaint town of Bandel, West Bengal. It is a place of spiritual solace and contemplation, with a peaceful and serene atmosphere that immediately envelops you as soon as you step through its gates.
The ashram was founded by Swami Lahiri Baba, a revered spiritual leader who dedicated his life to the pursuit of enlightenment and the betterment of humanity. His teachings and philosophy are reflected in every aspect of the ashram, from the daily yoga and meditation sessions to the simple yet nourishing meals served to the guests.
The ashram itself is a beautiful and well-maintained complex, with spacious and clean guest rooms, a meditation hall, and a yoga studio. The staff are friendly and attentive, always ready to help with any needs or queries.
One of the highlights of staying at the ashram is the opportunity to participate in the daily yoga and meditation sessions, led by experienced and knowledgeable instructors. These sessions are not only physically beneficial but also provide a chance to connect with oneself and find inner peace.
In addition to the daily activities, the ashram also offers various workshops and retreats on topics such as spiritual growth, mindfulness, and self-discovery. These are led by guest speakers and experts in their respective fields, providing a diverse and enriching learning experience.
Overall, I highly recommend a stay at Bandel Lahiri Babar Ashram for anyone seeking a peaceful and rejuvenating retreat. It is a place that truly embodies the values of mindfulness, compassion, and spiritual growth, and I am sure you will leave feeling refreshed and renewed.
I recently had the opportunity to visit Lahiri Babar Ashram, a spiritual retreat located in the beautiful countryside of rural India. From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the peaceful and serene atmosphere of the ashram.
The ashram is home to a small community of devotees who follow the teachings of Sri Lahiri Mahasaya, a revered spiritual leader and guru. The ashram is a place of spiritual practice, and the daily routine includes meditation, yoga, and other spiritual disciplines.
The accommodations at the ashram are simple but comfortable. The rooms are spacious and clean, and the food is nourishing and plentiful. The ashram is surrounded by lush gardens, and there are plenty of places to relax and unwind.
One of the highlights of my visit was participating in the daily satsangs, or spiritual gatherings, led by the ashram's resident guru. These gatherings were a chance to connect with others on a deeper level, and I found them to be deeply nourishing and transformative.
In addition to the daily spiritual practices, there are also a variety of workshops and retreats offered at the ashram. During my stay, I had the opportunity to attend a workshop on meditation, which was incredibly insightful and helpful.
Overall, I had a wonderful experience at Lahiri Babar Ashram. The ashram is a truly special place, and I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a deeper connection with their inner self. Whether you are a seasoned spiritual seeker or just beginning your journey, Lahiri Babar Ashram is a place where you can find peace, solitude, and a sense...
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Rajhat, a village of Hooghly district located in West Bengal. Rajhat is famous for Lahiri Temple, situated parallel to GT Road, behind Arabinda Petrol Pump on Bandel- Pandua connector road.
Away from the busy schedule of city life & pollution free this is a place where the taste of rural Bengal village with a tinge of city style can be enjoyed.
The temple is the focus for all aspects of everyday life in a community – religious, cultural, educational and social. The temple is also the place where one can transcend the world of man. Lahiri temple is mainly for the Hindus, who believe that their lives are merely stages in the progression to ultimate enlightenment, nevertheless followers of other religion can visit this temple too. The temple is a place where God may be approached and can be discovered. All aspects of the Hindu temple focuses on the goal of enlightenment and liberation – the principles of design and construction, the forms of its architecture and decoration, and the rituals performed. And all of these are determined by ancient texts called shastras compiled by the priests, the brahmins. The vastushastras were theoretical and idealised descriptions of the architectural traditions and conventions to be followed.
The Bengali style of temple is not luxurious. Rather, most are modeled on the simple thatched-roof earthen hut built by Bengalis. But this temple is a exception like most other temples. This can be attributed to the popularity of bhakti cults which taught people to view gods as close to themselves. Thus, various styles like do-chala, char-chala, and aat-chala sprang up. However, there is also a popular style of building known as Navaratna (nine-towered) or Pancharatna (five-towered) in Bengal which is more luxurious than the Chala buildings. A typical example of Navaratna style is the Dakshineswar Kali Temple.
The entry is restricted by a normal gate around which a typical bengali fair can be seen. A lovely and well maintained garden welcomes you as soon as you cross the gate. Taking left leads you to the main temple. There are various small temples around the main block. The entire premise houses different idols from Shiva, Vishnu,Krishna, Durga, Kali, Buddha to Christ and Mother Mary. There are four cardinal directions there helped create the axis of the temple, around which is formed a perfect square in the space available. The circle of mandala circumscribes the square. The square is considered divine for its perfection and as a symbolic product of knowledge and human thought, while circle is considered earthly, human and observed in everyday life (moon, sun, horizon, water drop, rainbow). Each supports the other.
Taking photographs inside the main temple is strictly prohibited and cell phones must be kept switched off. The main temple is well maintained and made above a pond and the basement houses the beautiful statues. A long bridge connects the main temple to the ground.
Overall this is a good place for spending an evening with family.
The temple is open from 10am to 12pm and 4pm to...
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Adharaloy or Lahiri Baba's Ashram is located at Rajhat in Bandel, Hooghly. The ashram is dedicated to Shyama Charan Lahiri, best known as Lahiri Mahasaya, was a disciple of Mahavatar Babaji who chosen him to reintroduce the lost practice of Kriya Yoga to the world.
You can come with family and friends. One can go by auto and toto from Adisaptagram or Bandel station. Grand Tank (Delhi) road is not far away from it. Entry road is quite narrow for a four-wheeler to provide passage for other car from opposite. Car parking facility is free there.
Everyday it is open to all with ₹0 entry fee. You will be attracted by its greenary and spirituality and calmness. Timings : 10:00 am to 12:00 pm 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Dress code : You need to cover your body and head properly with scarf / saree / orna / fringe ( only applicable for ladies ). If you forget to carry one yourself, you can take rent it. Caps ( except Muslim and Sikhs ) and dresses above knee height are not allowed. You need to put your shoes and socks off before visiting. You can do that inside or outside of the ashram at a cost of ₹2 per pair.
It has arrangements for night stay. It has a small park for kids. There are many stalls inside and outside of the campus. It has toilets and potable water facilities. Prasad ( rice, fried, pulses, two types of vegetables, chatney, papad ) is available after 12 pm ₹60/ head. There you can see half - length statue of Netaji, Rabindranath Tagore and Swamiji. The entire premise consists not only Hindu God and Goddess, you will see Jesus Christ, Mother Mary, a small house of worship of Islam and Gautama Buddha meditating under a tree here.
Main Temple : A long bridge connects the main temple to the ground. You have to dip your feet in the water before entering the main temple. It is made above a pond with some fish and tortoise. Ram - Sita - Laxman - Hanuman, Maa Durga - Maa Kali - Krishna, Radha - Krishna, Mahadev are in the same compound apart from the idol of Lahiri Mahasaya and his guru Babaji Maharaj. You will find different forms of coins inside the underground part on the wall. Taking photographs inside is strictly prohibited and cell phones must be kept silent.
NB: The behaviour of staffs and gatekeeper is worst. Their inferior behaviour towards women is...
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