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Pawas Swami Swaroopand Ashram

Pawas village, about 18-20 km from Ratnagiri city, in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri District.

About Information

The Swami Swaroopanand Ashram  in Pawas, near Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, is a significant spiritual center built around the samadhi (final resting place/self-immolation site) of the revered saint Swami Swaroopanand (born Ramchandra Godbole) on August 15, 1974, who lived there for 40 years, teaching Bhakti & Raja Yoga; it's known for its peaceful, well-maintained premises, offering accommodation (Bhakta Nivas), prasad (like khichadi),  and a serene atmosphere for meditation, with shops selling religious items, making it a prime pilgrimage spot. 


History

Swami Swaroopanand (born Dec 15, 1903, as Ramchandra Godbole) was a spiritual leader, poet, and exponent of Bhakti and Raja Yoga, belonging to the Marathi Nath tradition He resided in Pawas for about 40 years, making the village a spiritual hub. He attained samyadhi (self-immolation) on August 15, 1974, at the age of 70, at his residence, which is now the central part of the ashram. The place became a major pilgrimage site, attracting thousands for peace and spiritual solace


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