Each of the Shanti Mandir ashrams offers a simple lifestyle, free of everyday distractions and indulgences. The environment provides quietude for study of the scriptures, contemplation of the divine, and exploration of one's inner truth and purpose.

Daily activities take place at set times, including Vedic rituals, chanting, and meditation at sunrise (before breakfast), near noon (before lunch), and at sunset (before dinner). The remaining time is filled with the offering of service helpful for running the ashram, study, physical exercise, and personal tasks. This balance of activity is perfect for immersion in spiritual life.

People are welcome to reside in any of the ashrams for as short or long a period as they choose. A contribution is requested for enjoying the traditional Indian vegetarian food and accommodations.

Visitors are requested to contact ashrams before arriving so appropriate arrangements can be made.

The ashram is a place of inner freedom. It belongs to all – be they pious, scholarly, foolish or spiritually inclined. All come with the hope of overcoming the consequences of their past deeds and deriving positive benefits. The whole purpose of an ashram is to cleanse the mind of the impurities which creep into it with worldly pursuits and to fill it with peace.

Baba Muktananda

An ashram is not a mere brick and mortar structure, but a manifestation of the divine power of god where devotees come to deeply immerse themselves in their sadhana.

Mahamandaleshwar Swami Nityananda