The Aurobindo Ashram was inaugurated in 1926 in the eastern section of Pondicherry. It has witnessed the progress from two dozen devotees to more than 2000 community members now. Sri Aurobindo and the mother nurtured the ashram while housing their significant parts of their lives. The Ashram is an umbrella to more than 400 students and other disciples offering healthy, serenity, shelter, food, and medical facilities. They persuade to inculcate virtues like knowledge from library, cultural education like dance, singing, etc, and physical training like asana, sports, etc. 
Tourists’ list to do in Ashram

The moment you step into the Aurobindo Ashram, your soul will want to meditate in the serene aura of the ashram. The Samadhi of the Mother and Sri Aurobindo at the center of the courtyard will leave you in awestruck after you breathe the fresh flowers mounted in it. Pondicherry tour package might forget to mention but you should dive into the rich history of the place from the renowned library. 

Souvenirs and Products from Aurobindo Ashram

An often missed out trivia: Aurobindo Ashram is one the top places to visit in Pondicherry for shopping! Their top-seller product is the alluring scented aroma incense sticks. The others that follow the list are books, scented candles, decorated paper structures. All of the products are original and Ashram or local made.  

Ideal Time to Visit

Since it’s a seaside spot; they maintain a constant climate 365 days. However, during summer humidity goes high, leaving you all sweaty and uncomfortable. Therefore, winter can give you pleasant Pondicherry tourism you want. 

Eyesight Treatment at the Ashram

Regularly our eyes get strained in front of screens. Even lens and spectacles fail to limit the worsening of headaches, watery eyes, and other visual defects. In here, the School fixes the patients through a week of simple workout of eyes. The therapy is free and receives a donation from happy patients.