Self Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine

The Fellowship of Self-Realization In Pacific Palisades, California, Lake Shrine is located on Sunset Boulevard a few blocks from the Pacific Ocean. The Self-Realization Fellowship owns it; Paramahansa Yogananda founded and consecrated it on August 20, 1950. It includes a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi where a rumor has it that some of his ashes are kept, and it celebrates the five main world religions. The grounds are exceptionally lovely because everything is perfectly maintained and spotless. The meditation benches and outside walks offer a peaceful setting for introspection.

Silent prayer and meditation are permitted inside the shrines. A peaceful attitude and modest attire are needed due to the retreat and spiritual center's setting. Reservations are necessary however the public is welcome to visit the gardens for free.

At this location, just a few blocks from the shore, take in the lush vegetation and fauna as well as the tranquil atmosphere. Two waterfalls, flowerbeds, fountains, fern grottos, and lily ponds are among its features. The golden lotus archway that frames the Mahatma Gandhi World Peace Memorial, an outdoor shrine where a genuine 1,000-year-old Chinese stone coffin carries a part of Gandhi's remains, is one of the monument's more stunning elements.

Noteworthy fact: The only naturally spring-fed lake located entirely inside the boundaries of Los Angeles is Lake Santa Ynez.

Address: 17190 Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, USA

Phone: +1 310-454-4114

Rating: 4.9/5.0, 824 Google reviews

Opening hours: 10AM - 4:30PM

Website: https://lakeshrine.org/