Anandashram

Mavungal · Kanhangad · Kerala · India

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About Anandashram

Anandashram is a spiritual retreat located in Kanhangad, Kasaragod district, Kerala. Founded in 1931 by Swami Ramdas and Mother Krishnabai, it promotes universal love and selfless service. The ashram is centered around the continuous chanting of the Rama mantra and offers free food and accommodation to all visitors regardless of background.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a serene and peaceful environment ideal for meditation and spiritual reflection. The ashram features a Bhajan Hall for prayer, Samadhi Mandirs (tombs) of the founders, an organic vegetable garden, and a goshala. The daily routine revolves around group chanting sessions from 6 AM to 6 PM. Free vegetarian meals are served to all guests.

Key highlights

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Daily Ramnam chanting from 6 AM to 6 PM
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Samadhi Mandirs of Swami Ramdas and Mother Krishnabai
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Free vegetarian food and accommodation for visitors
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Serene setting on Manjampally hill
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Bhajan Hall and organic vegetable garden

History of Anandashram

Founded on May 15, 1931, by Swami Ramdas and Mother Krishnabai after they were forced to leave their previous ashram in Kasaragod. It has been a center for spiritual practice and universal love for over nine decades.

Culture & Context

A renowned spiritual center promoting the philosophy of universal love, service, and the chanting of the Rama mantra. It welcomes people of all castes, creeds, and denominations.

Route

By train
By air	Kannur International Airport is the nearest airport, located approximately 65 km away. Mangalore International Airport is also accessible, approximately 75-86 km away.

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Hosdurg Fort, also known as Kanhangad Fort, is a historic fort in Kanhangad, Kasaragod district, Kerala. Built in the early 18th century by Somashekara Nayaka of the Keladi Nayaka dynasty, it occupies a low hillock and features distinctive round bastions and a rectangular watchtower. The fort served strategic purposes for monitoring coastal trade routes and later came under Hyder Ali and British control.

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Bekal Fort

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By road	Located at a junction on the national highway approximately 5 km from Kanhangad city. Accessible by local and long-distance buses, cars, and auto-rickshaws.

By public transport	Local buses and auto-rickshaws are available from Kanhangad town and railway station.

Nearest airport	Kannur International Airport

Nearest railway station	Kanhangad Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Free accommodation is available for up to three days but should be booked in advance via email. The ashram follows a strict vegetarian policy. Visitors are expected to participate in or respect the daily chanting schedule.
02Rules & restrictions	Strictly vegetarian food only Respect silence during meditation hours

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Accommodation
Bhajan Hall
Book Stall
Free food
Goshala
Organic garden
Parking