This shrine is situated at Belur Road on the banks of the river Hooghly, in Howrah. Belur Math is the international headquarters of Ramakrishna Mission which is 16.5km from Dakshineswar across the Hooghly (Ganga). It was founded in1899 by Swami Vivekananda, the world famous yogi and disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa. This International tourist attraction is located near Belur in Howrah district. Its sprawling prayer hall with a statue of Ramakrishna is remarkable. The Belur Math shrine represents a church, mosque and temple when viewed from different angles. Its peaceful and calm atmosphere is befitting the gravity of the place. The evening arati has a special sanctity. Timing: 6.30 a.m. - 12 noon, 3.30-6.30 p.m. daily.