Osho Ashram

About Osho Ashram

Ashram of Bhagwan Rajneesh (Osho Ashram), in a 32 acre beautiful campus, is in Koregaon Park near Pune. The ashram is a prime attraction for tourists who are enthused with the preaching and ideologies of Bhagwan Rajneesh. It is a resort for Meditation and Yoga. Regular training programs on spiritual uplift and meditation are conducted in this place. Osho Kundalini meditation, Osho Nadabrahma meditation, Osho dynamic meditation and Osho Nataraj mediation are some of the techniques taught here, the training offer the practice of meditation to get rid of stress and strain of worldly life.

Maroon robes are necessary for day time activities and white robes are used for evening meditations. All kinds of communication facilities including email, fax and phone are available in the Ashram.

The ashram is open all days all through the year. The ashram is not providing any residential accommodation. There are many hotels nearby which are in different ranges from ordinary to luxurious. For the visitors, a reception is working from 9 am to 3.30 pm everyday. Entry is restricted and visitors have to undergo AIDS test in the communes testing center. You can get guidance from commune counselors on different kinds of meditations and other programs in the Ashram.

The Osho Ashram Years after the death of Osho, the Osho Ashram at Pune continues to attract people from the farthest corners of the world. The ashram, spread over an area of 40 acres, was founded by Bhagwan Rajneesh himself. Osho Rajneesh Dham is the perfect place, not only for spiritual development, but also for rejuvenation and relaxation after being frustrated by the tensions of everyday life. People, from as many as 100 countries, are staying at this ashram, each with a different purpose. You can choose to do anything here, from resting, swimming, meditating and so on. Six different meditations take place at the Osho Ashram of India, on a daily basis and extend for a period of one hour.

An imposing park Osho Teerth, also known as Nulla Park, is located nearby the Commune. The garden, expanse to about five hectares, is founded by Shunyo Foundation and is in the elegant style of Japanese Zen garden. The park offers many merrymaking facilities like swimming lagoon, rock gardens, decorated wooden pathways, and magnificent artificial waterfalls. The park hosts the public from 6 am to 9 am in the morning and from 4 pm to 7 pm in the evening. This is a wonderful and distinct place to visit in Pune.

Interesting things to do

Osho believed that awareness, love, meditation and laughter are the greatest values in life. As per him, enlightenment is a normal state of being. However, human thought and emotional ties to societal expectations and the consequent fears and inhibitions that a person experiences distract him from attaining this normal state.

Meditation is nothing that is to be taught or learnt, it is inherent in every human being. Meditation is just to be, not do anything - no action, no thought, no emotion. Just being is what will give you pure happiness. He recognized that it is difficult for most of the people to just sit and meditate. So, he devised a new kind of mediation techniques, known as ‘Active Meditation Techniques’.

Nearest Visiting places

Parvati Hill and Temples:
This 17th century Parvathi temple lies on the southern outskirts of the town on a hill top. The Parvati museum houses portraits of heroes of the Peshwa dynasty, besides old manuscripts, weapons and coins. There are also temples of Ganapati and Kartikeya.

Shaniwar wada:
Shaniwar wadaShaniwarwada was the stately mansion originally built as the residence of the Peshwas. The foundation of the mansion was laid by Bajirao 1 in the ear 1730 AD and construction was completed in 1732 AD at a cost of Rs. 16,120. Several additions were made to the palace like fortification walls with bastions, gates and court alls by his successors.

Museum of Arthropoda:
It’s a museum of Natural History. The specific focus is on the joint legged animals. This museum has most of the multi- legged varieties - lobsters,prawns, crabs, worms, beetles and cockroaches too.

Saras Baug:
Sarasbaug is a popular place for evening strolls where people throng every evening, for their share of fresh air among green surroundings. Adjoining Sarasbaug, across a small narrow road is another garden, Peshwe Park. There is a zoo here maintained by the Pune Municipal Corporation housing a variety of beautiful species of wild animals. A toy-train ride, an elephant ride and boating are special attractions. Saras Baug Ganesh temple is also situated in Peshwa Park.

Bund Garden:
Bund Garden constructed by Sir Jamshedji Jeejeebhoy lies on the right bank of the Mula Mutha river. There is boating facility and a well-designed jogging track. Bund Garden is now known as the Mahatma Gandhi Udyan, the bridge here crosses the river to the Gandhi National Memorial.

The Katraj Snake Park:
The Katraj Snake Park has a collection of reptiles, birds and turtles. The park has a zoo.

This Garden has fine tropical trees and a small zoo.

Situated in Pune district, Maharashtra; 110km from Mumbai and 56km from Pune, the area in and around Kamshet, with its low hills, rocky terrain and flatlands has scores of favourable sites with enough ridges just right for take off.

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation

Hotel Sagar Plaza: Bund Garden Road Near S G Pune,Maharashtra,India

**Hotel Sunderban:**Osho Ashram, Lane No 1, Pune, Maharashtra ,India

Osho Guesthouse: Pune,Maharashtra.India

Help Line/Phone Number

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Mulshi is the name of a major dam on the Mula river located in the Taluka Mulshi administrative division of the Pune district of Maharashtra State, India.Water from the dam is used for irrigation as well as for producing electricity at the Bhira hydroelectric power plant, operated by Tata Power Company LTD. The station operates six 25MW Pelton turbines and was established in 1927. It mostly supplies power to Mumbai……more

Rajmachi consists of two beautiful peaks namely ‘Shrivardhan’ and ‘Manaranjan’. Rajmachi is very famous fort near twin hill stations in Maharashtra - Lonavala and Khanadala. Rajmachi fort is nearby 18/20 Kms from Lonavala but a nice way to reach the fort is from Tungarli Lake. This trek is very good for the beginners.Shrivardhan and Manaranjan can also be considered as two separate forts. There is one small platue in between them…..more

Situated 32 km south west of Pune, and standing at an imposing 1215 m above msl overlooking Pune city, Sinhagad, even today stands testimony to the grand Maratha Regime.On top of the fort, the trekkers must try the traditional breakfast of Kanda Bhaji, a delicacy enjoyed by most. Check out Tanaji Kada, Kalyan Darwaza, Tanajis memorial…Perched on an isolated cliff of the Bhuleswar range of the Sahyadri Mountains, its height above sea-level is 1350 metres. Given natural protection by its very steep slopes, the walls and bastions were constructed at only key places; it has two gates – the Kalyan Darwaza in the south-east and the Pune Darwaza in the north-east…..more

Tikona (also known as Vitandgad) is the dominant hill fort in Maval in western India. It is located near Kamshet around 60 km from Pune The village nearest the fort is called Tikona-Peth. The 3500 ft high hill is pyramidal in shape and the name Tikona means “triangle”.The fort is a trekking destination noted for the large doors, the temple of ‘Trimbakeshwar Mahadev’, a water tank and some Satvahan caves. Trek organisers also commend the views of Pawna dam and the nearby forts of Tung, Lohagad and Visapur. There is a lake at the summit…..more

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Location info

• **Address:**Pune, Maharashtra,India

• District: Pune

• Nearest City: Khandalaghat

• Best time to visit: October and May

Climate & weather

Average temperature of 36 degrees Celsius. The winters temperatures drop to around 12 degrees Celsius

History of Osho Ashram

Osho Rajneesh left the world on 19 January 1990, leaving behind his legacy in the form of Osho Ashram of Puna, India. The welcome center of the commune remains open to the visitors from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Numerous facilities are provided at Osho Commune International of Pune. These include massage parlors, beauty parlors, swimming pool, sauna, tennis courts, basketball courts, etc. The ashram complex also has a number of beautifully landscaped gardens, which remain open to the general public in the mornings as well as evenings.

Things to visit & highlights

Osho Multiversity:
Osho Multiversity is believed to be the world’s largest institution where people are taught meditation and personal development methods. The curriculum includes western therapy approaches, healing arts, esoteric sciences, creative arts, martial arts, tantra, zen, sufism, etc. The courses taught at the university are based on meditation and their duration can range from one day to three months. The subjects taught here include Body Work, Centering and Awareness, Creativity, Esoteric Sciences, Meditation and ransformative Work.

Meditation Camps:
Every month, meditation programs take place in one weekend, which starts on the second Friday. These three days, people just experience and practice the meditation techniques of Osho.

Osho Samadhi:
Osho’s Samadhi (last resting place) is situated amidst magnificent surrounding of marble and glass. People can do meditation at the samadhi, four times a day.

How to reach Osho Ashram

• **Nearest Railway Station:**Pune Railway Station

• **Nearest Airport:**Pune airport

• **Road Transport:**A good road network links Pune with the other parts of India. Direct bus services are available between Pune and Mumbai.

Nearest petrol pump

Pune city yerwada bridge, you will come to a road between two petrol pumps

Best time to visit Osho Ashram

Throughout the year. Major festivals draw large crowds. October to March offers the most comfortable weather.

Timings & opening hours

Typically open from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily. Some temples close for a few hours in the afternoon (12:00 PM to 4:00 PM).

Entry fee & tickets

Free entry. Special darshan or pooja may require separate fees.

Duration needed

1–2 hours for darshan and exploration. More time during festivals or special occasions.

Safety tips

Remove footwear before entering the sanctum. Follow temple dress codes — cover shoulders and knees. Secure your belongings. Be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas during festivals.

Things to carry

Modest clothing (shoulders and knees covered), a shawl or scarf, small change for offerings, and a water bottle.

Nearest airport, railway & bus

Nearest airport: depends on location (Mumbai, Pune, or Nagpur). Nearest railway station: the nearest station on the Central or Western Railway line. Well-connected by state highways.

Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, and Vi all provide excellent coverage across Maharashtra’s cities (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur) and major tourist areas. 4G is reliable along highways and in most towns. Coverage may be weaker in deep forest areas of Tadoba, Melghat, and certain ghat sections. Free Wi-Fi is widely available in hotels and cafes.

Food & restaurants nearby

Maharashtra’s cities have diverse food scenes. Mumbai and Pune offer everything from street food (vada pav, pav bhaji) to fine dining. Hill stations have chikki and local snacks. Temple towns offer Maharashtrian thali and local specialities.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temple timings? Most temples open early morning (around 5:00–6:00 AM) for the first aarti and close after the evening aarti (around 8:00–9:00 PM). Many temples close for a few hours in the afternoon.

Is there a dress code? Yes, modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is required at most temples. Some temples provide shawls or sarongs at the entrance.

Are cameras allowed inside? Photography is often allowed in the temple complex but may be restricted inside the inner sanctum. Check signage at the entrance.

Quick facts

• Location: Maharashtra
• Best time to visit: October to March for comfortable weather
• Significance: Important religious and spiritual site for devotees
• Dress code: Traditional and modest attire recommended
• Photography: Check local guidelines; photography may be restricted in inner sanctums

Map & location view

• Destination: Osho Ashram
• State: Maharashtra, India
• Region: religious precincts of Maharashtra
• How to reach: Accessible by road from nearby towns and cities. Local transport options include buses and taxis.
• Google Maps: Search for “Osho Ashram, Maharashtra” on Google Maps for precise directions and navigation.

Photo gallery of Osho Ashram

Photos coming soon. In the meantime, you can find images of Osho Ashram on popular travel photography sites and social media.