Vishwashanti Ashram - an ashram dedicated to Bhagavad Gita and Bhakti Yoga 

The Ashram is located around 25 kms from Bangalore (Bengaluru) on Tumkur Road near Nelamangala Town. It is a well kept secret as far as tourists are concerned.

Vishwa Shanthi Ashram was established by Sant Sadguru Keshavdas in 1982, with the objective of promoting world peace and also to spread the teachings of the Gita and Bhakthi Yoga.

The Ashram is well landscaped and cleanly maintained. You can also find the tallest statue of Vijaya Vittala (36 feet), an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and also Gayathri Devi.

Bhagavad Gita Mandir - VishwaShanti Ashram Photo Credit: Nayan Patel Another attraction here is the Bhagavad Gita Mandir, where all the verses of Bhagavad Gita are carved on the walls. In front of this Mandir is a beautifully sculpted form of the chariot driven by Lord Krishna.

There are numerous other shrines dedicated to other Gods and Goddesses within the campus. During festivals, it serves free food and Prasadams to numerous devotees that come to this spiritual destination.

How to reach: It is located in Nelamangala town on Tumkur road, about 25 Kms off Bangalore. You can reach Nelamangala and ask fr directions.

Other places of interest around here are Nijagallu Hills, Devarayana Durga and Sivagange Hills.

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