The Matrimandir is a place for individual silent concentration.
A place which should be visited in a quiet, physical and mental state.
It is not a ‘tourist’ site.
The Matrimandir Viewing Point, south of the Park of Unity, is a raised garden area which offers visitors a beautiful view of the Matrimandir and its surroundings.
Visits to the Matrimandir Viewing Point are free of cost. The free passes can be obtained at the Auroville Visitors Centre, after watching a short introductory video on Matrimandir.
Timing for visits (starting from the Visitors Centre) • Daily from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm
A partially shaded walk leads from the Visitors Centre directly to the Viewing Point. However, a diversion has been created for those visitors who may also wish to see Bharat Nivas, Unity Pavilion and Savitri Bhavan in the International Zone on their way to the Viewing Point. This is a walk of about 30 minutes. Please inquire at the counter where passes to the Viewing Point are issued.
A free electric shuttle service is available to the Viewing Point for those who may find it difficult to walk.
To return to the Visitors Centre, we encourage those who can, to take the short 10-minute walk. A free bus service is available for the return journey from the Viewing Point for those who need it.
Free passes to the Viewing Point must be obtained directly by the visitors themselves and not be left to agents, guides, tour operators, autorickshaw/taxi/bus drivers, etc. The cooperation of all is solicited to help maintain peace and tranquillity around the Matrimandir by leaving vehicles (private or hired) at the Visitors Centre Parking. Vehicle Access to the Matrimandir is restricted and not provided to private or hired vehicles.
General information on the Matrimandir can be obtained every day at the Information Desk at the Visitors Centre, from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. This includes an introductory video on Matrimandir offered in various languages.
Those seeking to concentrate in the Matrimandir are requested to read the following information carefully before applying:
A Place for Individual Concentration: The Matrimandir Inner Chamber is a place for individual, silent concentration.
Visiting Hours: Visitors’ concentration is scheduled only in the morning, with reporting time at 8:15 am at the Visitors Center.
Booking Information: Same-day bookings are not available. Bookings must be requested for subsequent days and as per availability seen on the link.
Advance Booking: Booking dates are open 5 working days in advance. Please book at least 3-5 days in advance to avoid disappointment.
No Group Bookings: Based on the guidelines given by the Mother, group bookings are not accepted for concentration in the Inner Chamber. It is a place for individual concentration.
Regarding Children: Only children aged 10 years and above are allowed into the Matrimandir. Children below this age must stay at the Visitors Centre with an accompanying adult.
Regarding Weather Conditions: In case of rainy weather, the Matrimandir will be closed, and all bookings for that day will be cancelled. Visitors will be notified by email no later than 7:35 am
Use this booking link.
Please refer to our article on Auronet: https://auroville.org.in/article/101340
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