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Sri Aurobindo Ashram164 viewsSri Aurobindo, the poet philosopher founded the Ashram to help man reach the zenith of his evolution through spiritual exercises and yoga, combined with physical activity and productive work. The Ashram has a nice garden and contains the Samadhi (tombs) of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. There are meditation sessions around the Samadhi.
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Sri Aurobindo Ashram159 viewsSri Aurobindo Ashram, located on Rue de la Marine, was founded by Sri Aurobindo Ghose on 24 November 1926 (Siddhi Day). In December that year, Sri Aurobindo decided to withdraw from public view, and appointed his co-worker Mirra Alfassa, known as The Mother in charge of the ashram. Today, it provides many charitable benefits to the area, including free medical facilities and a publishing house. The ashram also runs craft workshops for weaving, embroidery, batik, pottery and incense making.
   
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