Belur Math, Monastery in Howrah, India
The headquarters of Ramakrishna Mission sits on 40 acres along the Hooghly River, featuring multiple temples, gardens, and meditation spaces.
Founded in 1899 by Swami Vivekananda, Belur Math became the central hub for spreading Sri Ramakrishna's teachings and promoting spiritual education.
The architecture combines Hindu, Islamic, Christian, and Buddhist elements, with a main temple housing Sri Ramakrishna's marble statue.
Visitors can access the complex through local trains and buses, attend morning prayers, meditation sessions, and lectures on Vedanta philosophy.
The monastery maintains several educational institutions, including Vidyamandira, Shilpamandira, Vedic schools, and Swami Vivekananda University.
Location: Howrah
Inception: January 1899
Address: Belur Math Rd, Belur Math, Howrah, West Bengal 711202, India
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 15:30-20:30
Website: http://belurmath.org
GPS coordinates: 22.63240,88.35652
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:09
Kolkata's monuments include the white marble Victoria Memorial, the Dakshineswar Kali Temple on the Hooghly River, the Indian Museum with its ancient collections, and Science City with its planetarium. Religious heritage includes the neo-Gothic St. Paul's Cathedral, historic synagogues, and Hindu temples. Traditional markets like New Market and the artisan district of Kumartuli reflect local culture. The colonial buildings of BBD Bagh and the Writers Building are reminders of the British past.
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