The short answer
Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram: what visitors should know first
Go if you want a quiet stop that ties in with the town's modern spiritual history. A short visit in the morning or late afternoon is enough. Confirm timings locally.
History and context
The story behind Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram
Born on 1 December 1918, Yogi Ramsuratkumar reached Tiruvannamalai in 1959 and lived near the temple chariot and temple roads, later in a small house on Sannadhi Street. He died on 20 February 2001. The ashram stands on about 3.5 acres at Agrahara Collai; when it was founded is not stated in the source I read.
Useful facts
Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram facts at a glance
- Location
- Agrahara Collai, Tiruvannamalai
- Faith
- Hindu
- Dedication
- Yogi Ramsuratkumar
- Visitor note
- Quiet; modest dress
- Lived
- 1918 to 2001
- Size
- About 3.5 acres
Why it matters
Why Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram is worth your time
Yogi Ramsuratkumar was born in 1918 in Uttar Pradesh and travelled across India from 1952 to 1959 before reaching Tiruvannamalai. He lived near the temple, on Sannadhi Street and then in various places, and drew a growing number of devotees. He died on 20 February 2001.
The ashram at Agrahara Collai commemorates him, and it shows that the town's spiritual life continued well beyond the twentieth century's early decades. Visitors will find a modest and quiet place that is far from commercial.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
The main shrine
A quiet space for sitting.
- 02
The grounds
Compact grounds with shade and seating.
- 03
The story
An ordinary-looking saint who lived near the temple for decades.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Plan the visit for the morning, when the campus is calm. Arrive in modest clothes, remove shoes and keep your voice low. The ashram centres on the memory of Yogi Ramsuratkumar, who was born in 1918 and settled in Tiruvannamalai in 1959. He was first seen near the temple chariot and the temple roads before living in a small house on Sannadhi Street, where visitors increasingly came to see him.
Spend a little time in the main hall or shrine, and walk around the grounds. There is no sightseeing to do; the point is to sit and soak in the atmosphere. Ask staff about photography and phone use.
The ashram is a short auto ride from the temple area and works as a calm afternoon stop. Pair it with a visit to Seshadri Swamigal's ashram or Ramanasramam for a quiet day.
Plan with confidence
Visit as a guest, not a spectator.
- Check opening times locally
- Dress modestly
- Keep phones silent
- Ask about photography
- Combine with other ashrams nearby
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Agrahara Collai, Tiruvannamalai
- Time needed
- 30 to 60 minutes
- Best time
- Morning or late afternoon
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- The campus is on about 3.5 acres and mostly level. Expect shade, seating and a quiet setting, but check how far it is from the road and what the access is like.
- Tickets and access
- Entry is generally open to visitors; modest dress and quiet are expected. Opening times and any offering rules are not confirmed here, so ask locally before you go.
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Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
The campus is on about 3.5 acres and mostly level. Expect shade, seating and a quiet setting, but check how far it is from the road and what the access is like.
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See concierge supportFAQs
Who was Yogi Ramsuratkumar?
A saint born in 1918 who settled in Tiruvannamalai in 1959 and died in 2001.
Where is the ashram?
At Agrahara Collai in Tiruvannamalai.
Is it busy?
Usually quiet compared with the temple, but check locally.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
