Anand Ashram and Nityanandasramam

Anand Ashram and Nityanandasramam (celebrated across the world as the twin spiritual beacons of Kanhangad and the sacred sanctuaries of Swami Ramdas and Bhagawan Nithyananda), situated amidst peaceful hillocks in Kanhangad just 28 km south of Kasaragod town in Kerala, is one of India's most sublime, humanitarian, and globally renowned twin spiritual retreat destinations.

Founded in the 1920s and 1930s during a remarkable epoch of spiritual resurgence in Tulunadu, these two neighboring ashrams offer complementary paths of spiritual illumination: Anandashram (established in 1931 by the saintly mystic Swami Ramdas, beloved as 'Papa Ramdas', alongside Mother Krishnabai) radiating the universal path of Bhakti and continuous chanting of the Mahamantra 'Om Sri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram', while Nityanandasramam (founded by the miraculous Siddha master Bhagawan Nithyananda atop the hillock of Hosdurg) embodies the profound path of silent Jnana and Kundalini yoga.

It's the home of the sacred Bhajan Hall at Anandashram where the continuous 24 hour Akhanda Ram Nam chanting has echoed unbroken for decades, the monumental Panchaloha idol and Samadhi Mandir of Swami Ramdas and Pujya Mataji Krishnabai, the 43 hand carved underground laterite meditation caves (Guhas) excavated by Bhagawan Nithyananda on the Hosdurg hillock, the life size Panchaloha statue of Nithyananda in seated Dhyana mudra, sprawling green ashram orchards sheltering peacocks and deer, daily Satsangs and spiritual library archives, and the legendary free community Annadanam (holy vegetarian meals served unconditionally to thousands of seekers, sadhus, and poor villagers daily without distinction of caste, religion, or nationality).

It represents a rich spiritual, humanitarian, and meditative sanctuary where universal love philosophy (Viswa Prema), silent underground rock cave austerity, selfless service (Seva), and tranquil Malabar nature unite in Kanhangad municipality.

Located in Kanhangad (Anandashram in Mavungal / Ramnagar and Nityanandasramam in Hosdurg), it sits just 2 km from Kanhangad Railway Station (KZE), 12 km from Bekal Fort, 28 km from Kasaragod, and 80 km from Mangalore International Airport (IXE), easily accessible by regular town buses, auto rickshaws, and private cabs.

Anandashram: The Abode of Universal Peace & Ram Nam

Established by Swami Ramdas in 1931, Anandashram is dedicated to the realization of God through universal love and selfless service to humanity.

The ashram's peaceful environment, lush gardens, and daily Akhanda Ram Nam chanting create an atmosphere of profound tranquility.

Truth is, sitting in the open prayer hall while the soft, melodic chanting of Ram Nam drifts across the flower gardens instantly melts away all mental fatigue.

Nityanandasramam & 43 Underground Rock Caves

The 43 Guhas (Caves): Bhagawan Nithyananda manually excavated 43 interconnected meditation caves into the laterite hillock for intense silent sadhana.

Spiritual Energy: Meditating inside these cool, subterranean stone chambers offers an unparalleled experience of stillness and inner absorption.

Universal Seva, Annadanam & Retreats

Free Annadanam: Simple, wholesome vegetarian meals (Prasadam) are served free of cost to all visitors thrice daily with maternal hospitality.

Guest Accommodation: Simple ashram rooms are available for sincere spiritual seekers looking to undertake silent retreats and meditation.

After experiencing the spiritual peace of Anandashram and Nityanandasramam, visit the 18th century Hosdurg Fort nearby, explore the woodcarvings of Madiyan Koolom Temple in Ajanoor, or tour the 17th century Bekal Fort in Kasaragod.