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Belur Math, located on the calm banks of Ganga in Howrah district of West Bengal, is considered a center of special attraction for devotees and tourists. This spiritual place established by Swami Vivekananda is not just a temple, but is a confluence of architecture of all three major religions, Hindu, Islam and Christianity, which gives the message of religious unity and harmony to the world. Believed to be associated with the energies of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Devi Sharda and Swami Vivekananda, this complex has been a major center of faith for devotees for years.

It is noteworthy that many cultural and spiritual beliefs are associated with Belur Math. It is said that every person who comes here experiences amazing peace and mental peace. This is the reason why lakhs of devotees from across the country and the world reach this monastery not only to worship Lord Ramakrishna Paramhansa, but also pay their respects at the Samadhi site of Swami Vivekananda. The unique style of architecture and the ethereal atmosphere on the banks of the Ganga make Belur Math one of the most spiritually vibrant places in the country.

Beliefs to Belur Math

A place created by the energy of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Devi Sharda and Swami Vivekananda.

It is believed that this place is the center of divine energy of all three, Ramakrishna Paramhansa, Devi Sharda Devi and Swami Vivekananda. Every person who comes here feels spiritual peace.

The feeling of uniting all the religions of the world together

Swami Vivekananda wanted India to give the message to the world that ‘all religions are one.’ Therefore, the monastery has been designed in such a way that it shows the confluence of Hindu, Islam and Christian civilization. Coming here brings peace of mind and spiritual progress. People believe that meditating and praying in Belur Math relieves mental stress and provides positive energy in life.

Features of Belur Math

confluence of religions

The biggest feature of the monastery is that its structure reflects all three, a Hindu temple, a Christian church and an Islamic mosque. It is also called the biggest symbol of religious harmony in the world.

atmosphere of peace and discipline

As soon as you enter here, you experience amazing peace. This place is situated on the banks of river Ganga, away from the crowd and noise.

Samadhi place of Swami Vivekananda

The mortal remains of Swami Vivekananda were given samadhi here in the monastery premises. A meditation center has also been built here in his memory.

Who is worshiped in this monastery?

Lord Ramakrishna Paramhamsa is mainly worshiped in this huge temple. Apart from this, there are also places of worship and monuments of Goddess Sharda Devi and Swami Vivekananda.

Vedic chanting, bhajan, meditation and aarti take place in this temple in the morning and evening.

Story to Belur Math

Swami Vivekananda’s dream

After returning from Chicago in 1897, Swami Vivekananda decided to create a place where the youth could get education, the public could get service and the seekers could get spiritual practice.
Belur Math came into existence with this idea.

Story – ‘My Guru’s house will be like this…’

Swami Vivekananda used to say, ‘My Guru was accepting of everyone, his home will also be like that.’ It is in this spirit that this temple was built in such a way where people of all religions can come without discrimination.

blessings of goddess ganga

It is said that when a place was being searched for building a monastery, Swami Vivekananda found this place divine with Ganga on one side and natural peace on the other. He had chosen this for the monastery.

Features of the structure of Belur Math

Unique blend of Hindu, Muslim and Christian architecture

The big dome in front looks like a mosque. The main structure resembles a South Indian temple. At the same time, a glimpse of a Christian church can be seen in the windows and arches and the roofs are carved in the traditional ‘Dhakai’ style of Bengal. Some chemical substances have been used in the walls inside the temple, due to which the atmosphere of the temple remains cool and calm. This monastery built on the banks of Ganga is spread over about 40 acres.