Chennai / Madras : Theosophical Society

Theosophical Society
	It is the World Headquarters of the spiritual society found by Madame H.R Blavatsky and Col. Olcott, and to which Annie Besant and Arundale belonged. It was originally formed in USA. In the year 1886 Adayar was chosen as the main headquarters of the spiritualmovement. The Headquarters building is having a splendid old mansion look with the gardens of lyrical charm. There are many shrines of all faiths and the Buddhist is especially impressive among all. The Garden for Remembrance is the perfect for peaceful meditation. There is a library more than 90 years old and the society has an invaluable collection of oriental manuscripts both on palm-leaf and parchment. One can visit this place every Tuesday to Saturday in-between 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM and it is closed on Mondays and public holidays.