PRASHANTHI NILAYAM
THE PLACE WHERE GOD LIVE IN HUMAN FORM
PLACES
OF INTEREST OUTSIDE PRASHANTHI NILAYAM
SHIVALAYAM- THE SHIVA TEMPLE BUILT AT THE BIRTH PLACE OF BHAGAWAN
The birthplace of Bhagawan is now adorned by a Siva Temple, opened by Bhagawan in 1979. Puja (worship) is performed here everyday at dawn and dusk. The early of Swami can be visualised here.
| These buildings can be seen while approaching Prasanthi Nilayam, on either side of the road. |
EASWARAMMA HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC COLLEGE
SRI SATHYA SAI INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING
KALPAKA VRUKSHA THE WILL FULFILLING TREE
THE SAMADHI OF SWAMI'S PARENTS
SRI . PEDDAVENKAMA RAJU & SMT.ESWARAMMA
THE OLD MANDIR
THE IDOLS OF SHRIDI SAI
AND (YOUNG) SATHYA SAI
This is also called Pada Mandir which is now called , 'Pedda Venkappa Raju Kalyana Mandapam' and is used mainly as a Wedding Hall.
THE SANATHANA SAMSKRUTHI MUSEUM
THE ETERNAL HERITAGE MUSEUM
It
is located on top of the hillock on the Southern side of the
Ashram. Centered around the experience of spirituality in man's
evolution, it displays fascinating artifacts to convey the
eternal message of saints and sages of all the religions of the
world. Legends of Bhagawan Baba's early life and His declaration
of Avatarhood are emphasised in the displays. Sprawling over
20,000 square feet on three levels, it is designed to evoke the
common spiritual quest of man, regardless of chronology or
country. The architecture of this building is in the Shikara
style as also the administrative building of the University. The
Museum is open between 10-00 A.M. and 12 Noon on all days of the
week.
SAI GITA
SWAMI'S PET ELEPHANT
Sai Gita is Bhagawan's pet elephant. You are requested not to make any effort to go into the stable or feed her. It is best to see her, when she is taken out for a walk or a bath. She is richly decorated and heads the colourful processions of the various festivals in the ashram.
Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium
Located behind the Higher Secondary School,
opposite the hill, towering with statues of Hanuman, Krishna,
Shiva, Buddha, Zoroaster and Christ, it gives an imposing view.
Bhagawan Baba addresses the mammoth gathering, from the Shanthi
Vedika (covered podium) on the Southern end of the stadium on His
Birthday on 23rd November every year. Among other events held
here is the Annual Sports and Cultural meet for the Schools and
Colleges on the 11th of January . The Stadium is not open to
public except when in use. An International 
Cricket Match for . Sri Sathya Sai Unity
Cup. was held in this lush green stadium on 30th December
1997.Top Cricketers from India as well as from other cricket
playing nations played in this exhibition match. 
Meditation Tree
The Banyan tree planted by Bhagawan has also a metal plate with inscriptions done with Divine Sankalpa embedded by Him at the roots in 1950. Located on the left of the road uphill to the spiritual Museum, it enhances the spiritual success of those who meditate under it. Visitors are allowed to meditate only during day time.
Sri Sathya Sai Airport
This
Airport near the Super Specialty Hospital was built in 1990 and
currently, handles Boeings. 
Flight routes and
timings are subject to change. Please call the Airport phone
87346 or enquire at the Indian Airlines Office in the Ashram N2
A1.Phone 87444. The Airport is closed during summer (April to
June).
Planetarium
The Sri Sathya Sai
Space Theatre is situated at about 5 minutes walk from the Ashram
along the Main road.
This Space Theatre with a capacity of 200 is well suited for class room lectures. It is of immense educational value for Students and other visitors. Two shows are conducted every Thursday, each 45 minutes duration from 10 AM to 11-30 AM. Free passes are issued at the Canteen Coupon Counter every Wednesday from 10 AM to 10.20 AM
Gokulam
The Ashram dairy is about half a kilometer from the ashram along the same road in Vidya Giri. It has a beautiful image of Sri Krishna at the entrance, which Bhagawan Baba Himself painted. You are requested not to go around the cowsheds or disturb the animals.
Village
Old Temples: As you go into the village, you can see the Gopalaswami Temple (Lord Krishna as cowherd), the Hanuman Temple and a small temple of Sathyabhama (Divine Consort of Lord Krishna).
Mosque
For the convenience of the local Muslim population, Bhagawan had a Mosque and a hall constructed and opened in 1978. Prayers are conducted regularly.
Sri
Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences
and
The Super Speciality Hospital
The building presents a beautiful and breath-taking spectacle. It is well designed with the very best of ancient and modern architecture. This was opened on the occasion of Bhagawan's 66th Birthday in 1991.The hospital has currently five departments: Cardiology, CTVS, Urology, Nephrology and Ophthalmology. This unique Hospital, where the architecture is more like that of a 'temple of healing' is the grand design inspired by Bhagawan Baba. It caters to all sections of the population from any part of the world, medical priority being the sole consideration. All services are free. The construction of 15,000 square metres with facilities for 300 beds in less than a year is itself a miracle. All the supporting facilities and equipments of the most sophisticated kind have been provided. A very technically competent assembly of doctors and administrators manage the project combining a rigorous pragmatism with an inspiring philanthropy. Visitors are welcome usually between 10-30 A.M. to 12 Noon on week days. Cameras are not allowed beyond the imposing dome of the Prayer Hall. For visits, blood donations etc. please contact Public Relations Office of the Hospital (Phone: 87388 or 87511, Extension 501).
Chaithanya Jyothi Museum
This Museum is based on Life and Works of Bhagawan.This was iaugurated on November 2000 on the occasion of 75th Birthday of Swami.
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