Belur Math
About Belur Math The main gate of Belur Math leads to the Ramkrishna Sarada Mandir. The mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda (1863-1902) in 1938 and named after his mentor Shri Ramakrishna Paramhansa (1836- 1886). The Belur Math was constructed on 14th January 1938. Swami Vivekananda was the linchpin behind its construction. He patronized the growth and development of the 'Math' or abbey since 1898. The architecture amalgamates within itself a unique specimen of fraternity./ Swami Vivekananda used to reside in a two storeyed house inside the Math on the bank of the river Ganga. Swami breathed his last on 4th July, 1902. His cenotaph lies within the Math. His commodities are carefully preserved in his room and exhibited to the people. The mission has also provided other things such as an art college, an industrial school and charitable dispensary. Sri Ramakrishna Museum The other tourists attractions that you can explore during your tour to Belur Math is Sri Ramakrishna Museum, set up with the assistance of the National Council of Science Museum. ยป Timing - 5.30 A.M.-10.30 A.M.& 4.30 P.M.-7.30 (Daily) Ph. 6602391/3292 Location Belur Math is located on the western bank of Hooghly in Howrah district. |