Hindu temple, Pabna

Satsang Ashram, Himayetpurসৎসঙ্গ আশ্রম, হেমায়েতপুর

Time needed
About an hour.
best months
Nov–Feb
Cost
Free.

The ashram at the birthplace of Sri Sri Anukulchandra, founder of the Satsang movement, at Himayetpur just outside Pabna town; devotees come from both sides of the border.

At a glance

Founder
Sri Sri Anukulchandra

About

Anukulchandra was born at Himayetpur and began his work here before moving to India. The ashram keeps a temple, his family's places and gardens, and on his birth anniversary it fills with devotees.

Visitors are welcome; dress modestly and follow the ashram's customs.

Getting there: Auto-rickshaw from Pabna town to Himayetpur, about 15 minutes.

Things to do

  • Walk the ashram grounds in the quiet of the morning.

Good to know

  • Remove shoes where asked.

Getting there

Read the Pabna guide

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Location

Satsang Ashram, Himayetpur, Pabna
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