Thousands of Ramakrishna Mission centers and ashrams open their doors around the globe—from the mother temple at Belur Math on the banks of the Ganges to neighborhood Vedanta societies in New York, London or Singapore. Tracking down the closest one is as easy as a Sunday morning stroll through Google Maps or a quick visit to the official Ramakrishna Mission website’s Branch Locator page (www.rkmsec.org/branch-locator). Simply punch in your city or postal code and voilà—a list of addresses, phone numbers and email contacts rolls out in seconds.

For smartphone aficionados, the “Ramakrishna Mission” app (available on both iOS and Android) puts branch details, event calendars and inspirational readings in the palm of a hand. A glance at its “Nearby Centers” feature reveals everything from weekend satsangs and yoga classes to seva opportunities—perfect for anyone craving a dose of spiritual camaraderie.

Major hubs include:

• Belur Math, Howrah, India – the mother house, known for its art nouveau architecture and expansive grounds
• Vedanta Society of New York – a century-old institution tucked into Manhattan’s Upper East Side
• Ramakrishna Centre, London – hosting regular lectures in Kensington and lively Durga Puja festivities
• Chinmaya Mission Singapore – offering meditation retreats and community service programs
• Vivekananda Ashrama, Chennai – famous for its annual Youth Retreat and book publications

Events are hopping this year, too—this June’s International Yoga Day saw hundreds of participants flow through morning asanas at centers from Kolkata to Chicago. Summer retreats in the Himalayas fill up fast, so checking branch newsletters or social-media pages (Facebook and Instagram are especially active) can snag a spot before it’s gone.

If in doubt, drop a line to the national office in your country—volunteers there will steer you straight to the nearest satsang, bookshop or monastery. With every click and call, an ancient wisdom tradition remains just around the corner, inviting everyone to explore its timeless message of harmony, service and self-realization.