Shanti Kunj

About Shanti Kunj Haridwar


Shanti Kunj in Haridwar is a gateway to spirituality for those who seek a bit of calmness in their life. The Shantikunj Haridwar is the headquarters of the spiritual and social organization, named All World Gayatri Pariwar (AWGP). It was established in 1971 at Haridwar and has emerged over the years as a center of the global movement of Yug Nirman Yojana. Shanti Kunj is situated at the bank of the holy Ganga and between the Shivalik ranges of the Himalayas. Shantikunj Haridwar timings are 24*7 open to all visitors. Also, the visitors need not pay any Shantikunj Haridwar entry fee.

The Shantikunj is devoted to cultural, ethical, moral, and spiritual awakening along with global integration. Visitors of all faiths visit the center to find calmness and add a spiritual touch to their lives. We have compiled this little guide to help you plan your visit here.

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Shanti Kunj

Weather : 19° C

Timings :open 24 hours

Time Required : 1-2 hours

Entry Fee : Free entry

Contact Number: +91 9024104977

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History


The place was established in 1971 at Haridwar by Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya on a small piece of land. Shanti Kunj, over the years, has emerged as a center of the global movement of Yug Nirman Yojana. A satellite campus was added In 1979 named Brahmavarchas Shodh Sansthan (Research Institute). Shanti Kunj has been visited by famous saints, leaders, and scholars, including H.H.Dalai Lama, Mahatma Anand Swami of Arya Samaj, etc.

Architecture


Activities


  • Engage in various activities like meditation, chants, yoga, and plenty more.
  • You can explore Ashram’s surrounding landscapes, or go on a trekking expedition.
  • The library of the University in the Ashram is a treasure trove of books and journals. So, you can indulge in some quality reading.

Tips for visiting


  • Do carry first-aid kits and medicines especially if you have kids or elderly people with you.
  • Take a guided tour to take you through the ancient temples and unexplored trails of Haridwar.
  • Do not carry any plastic or other harmful materials with you.

Best time to visit


Haridwar is an all-around year destination. The weather here remains moderate, but the best months are between November - and March when the temperature is cool and pleasant.

Nearby Atractions


  • Crystal World
  • Mohyal Ashram
  • Badrinath Temple
  • Samadhi Sthal

Nearby market/ shopping places


The place is flanked by small shops that offer a range of items and is a perfect place to get souvenirs for your near and dear ones.

Nearby Hotels


  • Hotel Mayur
  • Hotel Khush Ganga
  • Ganga Lahari
  • The Reverent Ganga
  • Haveli Hari Ganga

Interesting Facts About Shanti Kunj


  • No prior booking is required.
  • The place is free of cost, that is there are no charges for the accommodation.
  • It has a university and a spiritual center within its premises.
  • You can stay at the Ashram for a maximum of 2 days free of cost.

Nearby Restaurants


  • Big Ben Restaurant
  • Shanti Kunj Canteen
  • Bikaner Mishthan Bhandar
  • Annapurna Vaishno Bhoj
  • Vishno Dairy

Shanti Kunj location Map

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Getting In haridwar

BY AIR

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Aiport, Dehradun. The airport has good flight connectivity from major cities. The airport is located just 36.8 km from the place. It takes about 49 minutes to drive from the airport. One can hire a cab, or take a bus to reach Shanti Kunj.

BY ROAD

Haridwar is very well connected to other nearby cities by road. The road to the palace has frequent buses that are travelling to and from neighboring cities and other towns. The Bus stand near Devipura is located just 12.1 km away from Shanti Kunj. One can choose to hire a cab or an auto-rickshaw to reach the place.

BY RAIL

The Haridwar railway station is located just 10.3 km away from the place. Regular trains are coming from neighborhoods and other far places in the country. The road between the railway station and Shanti Kunj is regularly frequented by the local buses and alternatively, visitors can even hire a cab to reach the place.

BY Car

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Customer Reviews

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  • ( 5 - Excellent Based on 1 review )
  • jeevanc207
  • Jaipur
  • ( On january 10, 2022 )
  • 5 - Excellent

Great service and friendly team

Our Rajasthan trip was very unorganized and from day 1 we need to argue for each committed hotel and details. Driver and hotel were not informed in advance and we need to pay 12000/- for the forceful event at the hotel which was never informed to us.

Hoteldekho.com Reviews

  • ( 5 - Excellent Based on 1 review )
  • jeevanc207
  • Jaipur
  • ( On january 10, 2022 )
  • 5 - Excellent

Great service and friendly team

Our Rajasthan trip was very unorganized and from day 1 we need to argue for each committed hotel and details. Driver and hotel were not informed in advance and we need to pay 12000/- for the forceful event at the hotel which was never informed to us.

People Also Ask About Shanti Kunj

Yes, you can stay in Shanti Kunj Haridwar free of cost for a maximum of two days.

The hotels nearby are Hotel Mayur, Hotel Khush Ganga, Ganga Lahari.

The restaurants nearby are Big Ben Restaurant, Shanti Kunj Canteen, and Bikaner Mishthan Bhandar.

The attractions nearby are Crystal World, Mohyal Ashram, and Badrinath Temple.

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