Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj's Trip to Nepal

The fifth original Jagadguru (World Teacher) Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj is visiting Nepal for the fourth time from B.S. 2065 Ashoj 9 to 2065 Ashoj 17 (25 September to 3 October 2008A.D.) and his satsangis in Nepal are eagerly waiting to warmly welcome him at Shyama Shyam Dham, Thimi, Kathmandu. He will arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on Ashoj 9 and then proceed towards the Dham which is just 10km from airport. He will stay there for eight days during his visit. At Shyama Shyam Dham, there will be Bhakti Sadhana Sibir throughout these days.

To those who are coming from abroad to attend Bhakti Sadhana Sibir under the Divine guidance by Jagadguru Shree Kripalu Ji Maharaj, some basic information required may be as follows:

Weather
During the time, the temperature of the valley shall be warm and pleasant whith minimum and maximum temperature to be 11º C and 30 º C respectively. However, slightly cool weather may be felt in the evening and in the morning. Therefore, it is advised to carry a light sweater or jacket with them. There may probably be rainfall.

Travel Guide
One may reach Kathmandu by flight or by road. From India, air service is available from Delhi, Venaras and Calcutta. One may get other details about flight schedule and fare from the local travel agent. From Tribhuvan International Airport, one can come to Shyama Shyam Dham, Thimi by a car which may charge around NRs.300.

For others, there are two main boarders to enter Nepal. One is Bhairahawa-Sunaul boarder and the other one is the Birgunj-Raksaul Boarder. Bhairahawa-Sunaul border is about 90km (two hours drive) from Gorakhpur whereas Birgung-Raxaul border is just a few kilometers from Raxaul.

From both these places, there is daily air service as well as bus services to reach Kathmandu. Air fare is about 4000.00 NRs for Indian (About 110 US$ for foreigners) from Bhairahawa and 2000 NRs for Indian (77$ for foreigners) from Birgunj. The time of flight is about 20 to 30 minutes.

Bus fare is around 400.00 NRs. per passenger. Single car or Jeep can also be hired in about 2000 to 3000 NRs. The flight time is about 25 to 30 minutes whereas the bus or car may take 8 to 10 hours to arrive Kathmandu from these both boarders.

After reaching Kathmandu, one may reach Shyama Shyam Dham, Thimi by a taxi. The address below is sufficient for a taxi driver to reach Shyama Shyam Dham

Shyama Shyam Dham, Thimi (Radhey Radhey)
Hanumante Pul, Bhaktapur
(5km far from Koteshwor Chowk of the Ring Road)

Accommodation
The Shyama Sham Dham Thimi has arranged lodging and fooding facilities for all those participating at the Sadhana Sibit. Breakfast, lunch and dinner shall be provided to them as per routine. For this one has to get an admission card for the Sadhana. Satsangees may also use cafeteria in the Dham. A team of doctor for primary check up is also available at Ashram premises, while there is a hospital just few hundred meters from Ashram. There is also an arrangement for STD, ISTD and Internet facilities at the Ashram.

One may also find a Guest House near the Dham as per one's need.

For further information, please contact Mr. Ramjee Baral at +977-9803046624, or Mr. Jaleshwor Powdel at +977-9841230437 or you can email at ssdham@wlink.com.np .