Matha Gitananda Ashram Hindu Temple Pellegrino,1,17041 Altare SV,Italy

The Gitananda Matha Ashram was founded in 1984 by Yogasri Swami Yogananda Giri, who is also the spiritual leader (mahant). The Ashram’s name is dedicated to the Master of Swami Yogananda, Gitananda Giri. In this place lives a monastic community based on ethical and religious foundations of Hinduism: Sanatana-dharma.

The community is open to everyone, to anyone who has the desire to find himself, to know and live according to the teachings of the Hindu tradition, or even those who want to spend a period of time away from your usual routine. An Ashram is always a place of residence of a Yogi, a siddha or an essay; there is no distinction between the Master who resides in the Ashram and the Ashram itself. Students and disciples live, even for brief moments, next to a Master, to live a yogic life, purify themselves physically, mentally, to discipline themselves and develop awareness. This takes place in a place designed specifically with the intention of creating the ideal conditions, favorable to the progress of those who aspire to realize his true nature.

Spectacular place of peace and spirit. One of the largest Hindu monasteries in Europe and the largest in Italy. Inhabited by nuns and monks. Extraordinary welcome. It is possible to stay in a dedicated area and participate in functions and yoga courses. Unique place in Italy and perhaps in Europe, where a specific Hindu movement is preserved and celebrated with heart and great seriousness.