ata Amritanadamayi Math, Kollam in Kollam
Summer: March-May (35°C - 40°C)
Winter: November-February (15°C-20°C)
Monsoon: June-September
Best time to visit:
August– May
Opening Time: 10.00 a.m.
Closing Time: 17.00 p.m.
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Mata Amritanadamayi Math is an internationally recognized charitable organization. Founded in 1981by Mata Amritanadamayi, the main aim of this organization is spiritual awakening and enlightenment. The organization is highly involved in various causes like removal of poverty, disaster relief, healthcare for the poor, environmental programs and educational facilities and scholarships for students from economically weak segment. Mata Amritanandamayi has millions of followers and believers across the world and is lovingly addressed as Amma. The residents here are dedicated to spend their life in serving God and society.
Mata Amritanadamayi Math is located in Amritapuri-a village in Kollam district, Kerala.The Math was awarded the esteemed Dharma Khadgam Award by the President of India for its various charitable involvements. Mata Amritanadamayi Math is an organization that encourages people from all walks of life to participate in its various activities and the students of the Amrita Vishwapeetham schools are often involved in various activities like women empowerment, meditation programs and Sanskrit classes. This is an organization that beckons to all those who want to bring a change in the world by helping others.
The headquarters of Mata Amritanadamayi Math is home to more than 3,000 people, comprising of people from all sections including students and monastic disciples. Believers visit the math to receive the blessings of Mata Amritanandamayi and to participate in the bhajans (spiritual songs) and other community programmes.
Connectivites
Road:
It is located in Vallikavu, which is 33 km. from the nearest town of Kollam. There are regular buses that ply to the ashram. Autos and taxis are also easily available.
Railway:
The nearest rail head is Kollam, about 33 km. away
Airway:
The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 101 km. away.