Donate yourself in Tiru

Being a pilgrim for a few weeks in Tiruvannamalai, the cute Southern Indian city at the foot of the sacred mountain Arunachala. Sri Ramana Ashram is a truly beautiful and serene place to be. “Why are there no donation boxes anywhere”, I asked after a few days of profound meditations, and after enjoying the stay in one of the modern rooms, being offered delicious southern food three times a day.

“Ramana doesn’t want anything. If you find your Self, this is more than enough donation for him”, comes as the answer. Thank you for your Love, Ramana. 

Om Bhagavan Ki Jai!

Pilgrims going up Arunachala

RangoliThe artful way women decorate the entrance of their houses in the evening. This one a special edition for Diwali.

Temple of the “Green Mother” on the Girivalam

Life of a sadhuSadhus living on the roadside of the Girivalam, the sacred 14 km circuit around Arunachala.

The life of a cowThis event has clearly passed.

Typical house in a Tiru suburb

…either way.

Reliable transport …

The Life of a cowRomantic India: Mother and daughter enjoying sunset.

NagasSpeciality of this region: Plenty of snake statues in front of sacred trees or near small temples.

ArunachaleshwaraMassive temple in town, revering Arunachala as Shiva himself. Lizard in the front.

Ashram building

Powerful meditation in the mountain caves

Ashram scheduleIn the ashram at the foot of the hill. Daily schedule in the background.

SkandashramRamana Maharishi lived here for 7 years, early last century.

ArunachalaThe mountain is said to be a manifestation of Shiva himself