Ananda Temple of Palo Alto

Ananda Temple of Palo Alto is a meditation and spiritual community centered on Raja Yoga. Serving the Bay Area for 50 years, it offers guided and drop-in meditations, classes, and Sunday worship services shaped by music, reflection, and readings from both the Bible and the Bhagavad Gita. The temple is a major center for the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, with the influence of Swami Kriyananda reflected in its services, music, books, and community life. Its atmosphere emphasizes disciplined practice, uplifting fellowship, and a warm, devotional approach to spiritual growth.