Belur Math is a monastery of the Ramakrishna Mission. It was founded by Swami Vivekananda with an aim to train his disciples in the mission’s philosophy. Belur Math is known for its peaceful aura and relieving people of their griefs. If you get at a chance to visit Belur Math, here are the things that you should not miss.
Attend evening aarti
The evening aarti is a prayer offered to Swami Ramakrishna Paramhansa and mother Sarada Devi. During the aarti, the attendees sit and meditate. Attending the aarti is undoubtedly an out of the world experience. The timing for the evening aarti is 05:30 PM at the main shrine. A bell is rung to indicate the aarti timing.
Visit Ramakrishna Museum
The Museum exhibits a collection of articles, closely associated with Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa, Mother Sarada Devi, Swami Vivekananda, and the other direct disciples of the Ramakrishna Mission.
Volunteer for the cause
The Sanyasis (monks) of the Belur Math are involved in the medical, educational, and rehabilitation services. One can volunteer or can join the cultural and spiritual programs at the Math.
Places to visit in the Belur Math campus
- Sri Ramakrishna Temple
- The Old Math
- The Old Shrine
- Swami Vivekananda’s Room
- Swami Brahmananda Temple
- Holy Mother Temple
- Swami Vivekananda Temple
- The Samadhi Enclosure
Belur math visiting hours
Math Timings:
April to September: 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
October to March: 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Ramakrishna Museum timings:
April to September: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
October to March: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
- There is no Entry fee to visit the Belur Math
- The Ramakrishna Museum is closed on Monday
Image Courtesy: belurmath.org
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