Arunachala Ashrama, Nova Scotia

Arunachala Ashrama temple, Nova Scotia

Accommodation for Visitors

The Nova Scotia Arunachala Ashrama is welcoming overnight guests. Guests will be required to make arrangements ahead of time by contacting nova-scotia@ashrama.org. Visitors will be responsible for cooking vegetarian food during their stay and ensuring that their rooms have been cleaned, and their linens and towels are laundered and replaced before they leave. We appreciate a fragrance free atmosphere in the temple and residences.

It is advised that you have health insurance.

As usual, the Mandiram (meditation hall) is open to daytime visitors for prayers and meditation. Wearing a mask while inside the temple is optional. Tel: 902 824 2297

Here is a link for ways to get to the NS Ashrama from the Halifax Airport.


Founded in 1972 and located in the pastoral, serene Annapolis Valley, the Ashrama maintains a temple, Sri Arunachala Ramana Mandiram, and retreat facilities with guest rooms for individuals and families who wish to deepen their spiritual experience and stabilize themselves in the practice of Self-awareness and surrender. The retreat is open to all, regardless of religious belief or creed – including those of no particular faith who sincerely seek peace.

Although facilities are normally available from May to October, occasionally visitors can be accommodated during the winter months. Arunachala Ashrama is a non-profit organization serving the needs of sincere seekers in an informal, friendly environment. In the same manner that prevails in Sri Ramana Maharshi’s Ashrama in India, food and accommodation is provided to friends and guests without any formal rate of charge. The Ashrama does accept donations from those who value its work and ideals.

Arunachala Ashrama shrine, Nova Scotia

Residence at the Nova Scotia Arunachala Ashrama

The Nova Scotia Ashrama does accommodate aspirants who are serious about spiritual practice and would like to benefit from a longer stay. These residents are encouraged to attend the daily programs in the Temple and are required to assist with some Ashrama work for a few hours daily.

Those interested should contact:

Arunachala Ashrama
1451 Clarence Rd. (R.R.#1)
Bridgetown, NS
Canada B0S 1C0
Nova-Scotia@ashrama.org
(902) 665-2090
Maps and Directions

Daily Schedule

Mornings

9:00 to 10:00 AM
Sri Lalita Sahasranam Stotram,
followed by silence and a short reading

Sat – Thu Evenings

5:00 to 6:00
Parayana,
followed by silence
and a short reading

Every Friday and Full Moon

Sri Chakra Puja
5:00 to 6:30 PM