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Avatar Meher Baba Perpetual Public Charitable Trust (AMBPPCT) Official Mobile App. This app gives information about Avatar Meher Baba, Meherabad and the events taking place at Meherabad. Meher Baba, the Avatar. “Meher Baba” means “Compassionate Father.” It is the name given to Him, their spiritual Master, by a group of His disciples in the early 1920s after signs of His spiritual status became apparent. Today, many thousands of people from every religious tradition regard Meher Baba as the one long awaited — the Prophet, the Buddha, the Christ, the Messiah of this age. Most commonly in India, He is referred to as the “Avatar,” a Sanskrit word meaning “descent of God.” For Accomodation: PILGRIM SEASON. Avatar Meher Baba’s Tomb is open year-round. However, overnight accommodation and most other facilities for visitors provided by the Trust, are open during the designated pilgrim season only, which runs from 15 June to 15 March each year. During the Indian summer from 15 March to 15 June, Meherabad facilities are closed, with the exception of Hostel D, which is closed from 15 March to 25 May. Meherazad, Baba’s home located at a distance of 20 kilometers from Meherabad, is closed from 1 March to 30 June each year. Meher Baba’s Tomb: Open all year round, Pilgrim Season: 15 June – 15 March Accommodations at Meher Pilgrim Retreat not available: 15 March – 15 June, except for 2022 Accommodations at Hostel D not available: 15 March – 25 May, except for 2022 Meherazad Closed: 1 March – 30 June ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES There are three types of accommodations available at Meherabad for visitors coming on pilgrimage. These facilities are dedicated to Avatar Meher Baba and are available for Baba-lovers on pilgrimage to Meher Baba’s Samadhi and for those who come to learn more about Him. Most pilgrims come to stay for a few days, but longer stays are possible by permission. MEHER PILGRIM RETREAT is located at upper Meherabad and can house a total of 200 pilgrims, with men and women accommodated in separate wings. Children aged two years complete and above are welcome, and children from abroad must be six years complete or older. Different sized rooms are available, up to four-bedded rooms. Common bathrooms and toilets are provided. Three meals a day plus tea twice a day are provided in a single large dining hall; vegetarian food, plus eggs, only. Pilgrims may request an initial reservation for up to one week; their stay may be extended if space is available. Those on longer visits may need to stay elsewhere when the Meher Pilgrim Retreat becomes full during very busy times. HOSTELS C AND D are located at lower Meherabad. They consist of dormitory-style bays and can accommodate up to 200 pilgrims. For special events, the hostels are converted for accommodating larger numbers. Men and women are housed in separate bays. The bathing rooms are in separate blocks outside the main buildings. Toilets are located both inside and outside the main buildings. Hostel D has a dining hall serving three vegetarian meals per day, plus tea twice a day. Stay in the hostels is limited to two weeks each visit. A slightly longer stay may be arranged by permission. THE DHARAMSALA, located at lower Meherabad, is one of the oldest buildings here, dating back to Baba’s time. Accommodation is in two dormitory halls, one for men and one for women. This facility does not have a dining hall, and pilgrims may arrange for meals at the Hostel D dining hall, or the MPR dining hall.

A Spiritual Journey Photo Gallery & Personal Reflection Companion: Since ancient times, certain places have possessed extraordinary power to heal, inspire, and transform those who visit them. These sacred sites represent humanity's most revered spiritual locations, where countless seekers have experienced profound awakening and divine connection. Explore 400+ Sacred Sites Worldwide: National Geographic photographer Martin Gray has spent four decades documenting over 2,000 sacred sites across 160+ countries. This app features over 400 stunning photographs of pilgrimage sites from every major world religion, as well as ancient holy sites from Mexico, Peru, Greece, Egypt, and the Megalithic cultures. Experience these through multiple viewing modes: by Religion, Region, or as a Global Slide Show. Create Your Personal Spiritual Journey - Transform from passive viewing to active spiritual practice with comprehensive interactive features. - Personalized Favorites Collection.  - Save sites that resonate with your spiritual path.  - Sync across Apple devices with CloudKit.  - Create custom slideshow experiences from your collection.  - Build your personal pilgrimage map over time. INTERACTIVE SITE INFORMATION - Access rich historical and spiritual descriptions while viewing images. - Instantly add sites to favorites with a one-tap heart icon. - Seamlessly blend contemplation with learning. REFLECTION JOURNAL - Write detailed personal reflections for any sacred site (up to 2,500 characters). - Record voice reflections for an intimate experience. - Add emotional tags to track spiritual responses. - Link reflections to specific sites for deeper context. - Create multiple entries per site as understanding deepens. CURATED SLIDE SHOW EXPERIENCE - Design personalized viewing sessions from favorite sites. - Combine visual beauty with personal spiritual insights. - Adjustable timing (3-30 seconds) for meditation or gatherings. - Perfect for retreats, spiritual communities, or home ambiance. The Power of Sacred Sites: Ancient legends and modern testimonies recount miraculous experiences at these locations: awakening divine love, heightened spiritual aspirations, creative inspiration, and deeper commitment to serving humanity. Different sites offer unique gifts, some heal the body, others enlighten the mind, many awaken the soul to its true purpose. Features That Inspire: - 400+ high-resolution photographs of humanity's most revered places. - In-context site descriptions are accessible during slideshow viewing. - Geographic and religious organization for easy exploration. - Randomized Global Slideshow for continuous inspiration. - Voice accessibility support and dynamic text scaling. - Privacy-first design with local data storage. Perfect For: - Spiritual seekers and meditation practitioners. - Travel enthusiasts planning pilgrimage journeys. - Students of world religions and ancient cultures. - Anyone seeking daily inspiration and contemplation. - Meditation centers and spiritual communities. - Photography and architecture enthusiasts. Transform your device into a portal to the world's most sacred places. Whether seeking inspiration, planning spiritual travels, or deepening contemplative practice, Sacred Sites offers a unique blend of stunning visual art and personal spiritual tools. Download now and begin your journey to the most extraordinary places on Earth, where the divine meets the human, and transformation awaits. Based on Martin Gray's World Pilgrimage Guide and decades of sacred site research.