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Lake Shrine Temple is a Self-Realization Fellowship open for visitors looking to explore their spirituality and connect with their inner selves in a serene, beautiful location along 10 acres.
The site has a natural spring-fed lake and gardens with swans, ducks, flowers, trees, and koi.
Exploring the grounds shows visitors the Court of Religions which honors the main religions worldwide, the Mahatma Gandhi World Peace Memorial, and a museum featuring information on Paramahansa Yogananda.
Various temple activities include Lecture Service with inspiration and meditation, Inspirational Service with a Prayer Circle, meditation and related classes, yoga retreats, and a study class, among others. Visitors can attend a Lake Shrine Retreat between Tuesday and Sunday.
General Retreat programs have a loose structure with morning meditations, monastic counselors, and specific events.
For more structure, there is the Conducted Weekend Retreat program which has a concentrated schedule of classes. Vegetarian meals are served in the communal dietary menu and the rooms are comfortable, yet simple. One- to five-night retreats are offered throughout the year.
Lake Shrine 17190 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, Phone: 310-454-4114
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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