Ramanalayam's
Facilities
The facilities at Ramanalayam have been established with the principal aim of providing a tranquil environment for those visiting us.
Pooja Hall
A Large meditation hall that can accommodate more than 50 people is the main area for worship. This area is also used for the practice of meditation and yoga, either in groups or individually. Larger satsangs and community spiritual gatherings are held here. The daily morning and evening “poojas” (worship) are held here.
Breakout Huts
The Ashram has plenty of spaces within and outside that are ideal for contemplation and introspection. There are three breakouts in the Southern Garden, well covered by trees providing ample shade and quietness for private moments and group satsangs.
The Garden
While the garden at the Ashram is only three years old, it provides a refreshing space to take a walk through or enjoy the blossoming trees and shrubs. There is also a small vegetable garden with local produce that provides ample vegetables and fruits for the use at the Ashram. A variety of trees including Rudraksha, Cannon ball, night flowering and sweet smelling pavala malli, a variety of mangoes and bananas, coconut and several others thrive within the ashram.
Accommodation and Meals
For accommodation, please refer to the section under “Plan a visit” . Meals are served at set times during the day and are strictly vegetarian. Meals during normal days are served at the Northern Verandah. On special occasions and when larger crowds are present, meals will be served in the break-out huts in the Southern Garden.
All food will be served by the Ashram staff, unless otherwise informed. While the water from the Ashram well is potable, boiled water is served as an extra precaution.
Meditation and Library Hall
Within the premises of the Ashram a smaller meditation room which is enclosed and allows for contemplation and introspection away from the effects of the weather. Regular and smaller satsangs (group discussions) are held in this hall to further understand the principles of life and teachings of Ramana Maharishi. This meditation hall also is equipped with a library which the residents are welcome to borrow. A library of books published on Ramana Maharishi and his teachings is accessible for those wishing to learn more of his life and teachings.