I’m not sure how we can help you visit the Ashram… You need to go to Lakshman Jhula, the pilgrim center north of Rishikesh. From there, you have to walk south along the Ganges until you find a sign that points you to the Beatles Ashram.

It’s been almost three years since we visited the ashram. I have no idea if it’s still the same. If you do go there, please write us a note how your visit went. I was wondering if visitors still have to bribe the guards to get in?!

I want to clarify some of the comments made about the Beatles and their relationship to Maharishi (who died earlier this year). I’ll first state that I have been meditating (TM) for 30 years.

The Beatles left the ashram rather quickly it is true and the rumor for years was based on a story their business manager made up (confirmed) about Maharishi (a lifetime celibate) and some lady at the course.

George Harrison was always a follower, Ringo still meditates. Near the end of his life George went to see Maharishi with Deepak Chopra and apologized to him for all the rumors over the years. I have also met with a very famous artist who George took to meet Maharishi.

I wish the truth would be more apparent …