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A Vision Rooted in Ancient Wisdom

Born from the teachings of Adi Shankaracharya and blessed by the Sringeri Sharada Peetam, this Tapovanaa is envisioned as a living embodiment of Sanatana Dharma — where the ancient and eternal breathe together.

सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः

ಸರ್ವೇ ಭವಂತು ಸುಖಿನಃ

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Sacred Land, Sacred Purpose

2 acres 34 guntas at Sy. No 30/4 & 30/5, Shivagange Village near Dabaspet — a naturally sacred landscape chosen with deliberate devotion.

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Crafted in Granite & Grace

The Gopuram and sanctum are being sculpted from granite — built not for the moment but for millennia. Every stone placed is an act of devotion.

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Blessed by the Highest

The project carries the sacred blessings of Sri Sri Sri Bharathi Theertha Maha Swamiji and Sri Sri Sri Vidhushekara Bharathi Swamiji of the Sringeri Sharada Peetam.

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A Community Standing Together

Trustees, devotees and families across Karnataka weave their faith into every stone. Consecration: July 2026.

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Our Story

Where Devotion Becomes Architecture

Shree Shaankara Tapovanaa is more than a temple — it is a spiritual ecosystem. Guided by the philosophy of Adi Shankaracharya and rooted in the Advaita tradition, every element of this campus is an act of worship.

The principal deity is Goddess Sri Annapoorneswari, flanked by Lord Shiva and Lord Subramanya. The Tapovanaa will house a meditation centre, retreat space, learning hall and sacred gardens.

“Brahma Satyam Jagan Mithya, Jivo Brahmaiva Na Aparah.”

ब्रह्म सत्यम् जगन् मि୭्या

ಬ್ರಹ್ಮ ಸತ್ಯಮ್ ಜಗನ್ ಮಿಥ್ಯಾ

— Adi Shankaracharya

The Journey

From Vision to Reality

The Sacred Vision

Founding trustees envision a spiritual destination rooted in Advaita philosophy and the teachings of Adi Shankaracharya.

Vision

Foundation

Land & Blessings

Sacred land secured. Blessings received from Sri Sringeri Sharada Peetam. Trust registered.

Active Construction

Granite quarrying and sculpting underway. Gopuram, sanctum and temple tank taking shape.

Now

July 2026

Consecration

Prana Pratishtha ceremony. Tapovanaa opens to devotees, seekers and pilgrims.

The Temple

The Spiritual Heart

Conceived in the Dravidian tradition, the sanctum is built to endure — granite upon granite, mantra upon mantra.

The Sanctum

Garbhagriha — abode of Goddess Annapoorneswari, Lord Shiva and Lord Subramanya.

The Gopuram

Majestic granite tower adorned with sculpted deities and sacred motifs.

Mandapa

Pillared hall for sacred gatherings, discourses and devotional programmes.

Sacred Gardens

Tranquil pathways, medicinal plants and water features.

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Be Still.

Choose your meditation duration

Breathing: Inhale 4s • Hold 2s • Exhale 6s • 432Hz sacred soundscape

Breathe In

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Find stillness within.

The Tapovanaa

Walk Through the Campus

Six sacred zones, each designed with intention.

Temple Sanctum

Sacred core — home to the three divine presences.

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Meditation Hall

Serene hall for group meditation and inner retreat.

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Sacred Gardens

Medicinal plants, water features and contemplative paths.

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Yagna Mandapa

Sacred fire rituals and Vedic chanting space.

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Learning Centre

Vedic classes, Sanskrit studies and discourses.

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Community Retreat

Accommodation for devotees and pilgrims.

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Our Purpose

Six Pillars of the Tapovanaa

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Divine Worship

Daily puja, abhisheka and devotional offerings conducted according to Agama Shastra.

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Meditation & Retreat

Dedicated spaces for silent retreat, pranayama and guided meditation.

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Vedic Learning

Sanskrit education, Vedic chanting, scriptural study and Advaita philosophy.

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Nature & Healing

Tapovana gardens with medicinal plants, nature trails and healing spaces.

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Community Welfare

Annadanam, social welfare and support for surrounding communities.

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Cultural Heritage

Celebrating India's classical arts, temple crafts, music and spiritual heritage.

Construction

Stone by Stone, Mantra by Mantra

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Concept

Vision & spiritual planning

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Design

Agama Shastra temple plans

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Quarrying

Granite sourced & sculpted

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Construction

Active — July 2026 target

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Consecration

Prana Pratishtha ceremony

Fund Progress₹2.4 Cr raised of ₹6 Cr goal

₹2.4 Cr

Raised

₹6 Cr

Total Goal

July 2026

Consecration

Spiritual Wisdom

Words That Illuminate

Teaching

The Nature of the Self

“Brahma Satyam Jagan Mithya” — The Self is real, the world is appearance, and the individual soul is none other than Brahman.

Devotion

The Mother Who Nourishes

Goddess Annapoorneswari blesses all who come with an open heart, ensuring no devotee leaves without spiritual sustenance.

Reflection

Stillness as the Path

The Tapovana tradition teaches that spiritual growth emerges not through constant doing, but through the practice of sacred stillness.

Sacred Calendar

Upcoming Ceremonies & Gatherings

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Festival

Makar Sankranti Puja & Annadanam

Sacred puja followed by community feast. All are welcome.

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Meditation

Full Moon Silent Retreat

A guided one-day silent meditation retreat at the Tapovanaa site.

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Discourse

Advaita Vedanta Discourse Series

Three-day discourse on the Vivekachudamani by a resident scholar.

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Ceremony

Ugadi Celebrations & Site Visit

New Year ceremony, site visit and progress presentation for all supporters.

Gallery

The Journey Captured

Granite Gopuram

Sacred Blessings

Temple Construction

Shivagange Sacred Site

Goddess Annapoorneswari

Inscription Ceremony

Granite Quarrying

Adi Shankaracharya

Statue Installation

Divine Blessings

Sacred Statue

Seva & Support

Help Build a Sacred Space
for Generations to Come

Every contribution becomes a brick in this sacred structure. Your seva supports temple construction, meditation facilities and community welfare.

₹501

Devotee

₹1,001

Patron

₹5,001

Benefactor

₹11,001

Sponsor

₹51,000

Pillar

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Via Razorpay • UPI, Cards, Net Banking • Receipt issued immediately

Bank Transfer Details

BankCanara Bank

A/C No.110202673260

IFSCCNRB0000473

BranchUttarahalli, Bangalore

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Contact the Trustees

H S Narasimha Murthy

Chairman

📞 +91 99001 70080

Pankaja Seshadri

Executive Director

📞 +91 98868 93757

adishankaratrust@gmail.com

Sy. No 30/4 & 30/5, Shivagange Village, Near Dabaspet

Become Part of the Vision

Join the Sacred Journey

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Donate

Your financial seva directly funds temple construction and community welfare.

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Volunteer

Offer your skills, time and presence to support the Tapovanaa.

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Spread the vision among your family and community.

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Visit

Come and feel the divine energy of the sacred site in person.

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Learn

Attend discourses, meditation and Vedic learning programmes.

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Pray

Offer your prayers for the completion of this sacred space.

ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः

ಓಂ ಶಾಂತಿಃ ಶಾಂತಿಃ ಶಾಂತಿಃ

“May this space bring you closer to stillness.”

Shree Shaankara Tapovanaa

A sacred journey begins within.

Shree Shaankara TapovanaaA Sacred Space for Stillness,
Meditation & Divine Connection

A Vision Rooted in Ancient Wisdom

Sacred Land, Sacred Purpose

Crafted in Granite & Grace

Blessed by the Highest

A Community Standing Together

Where Devotion Becomes Architecture

From Vision to Reality