BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Nalanda Retreat Center - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Nalanda Retreat Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nalanda-center.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Nalanda Retreat Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Colombo BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:+0530 DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Colombo:20261122T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Colombo:20261122T220000 DTSTAMP:20261027T131324Z CREATED:20260918T165333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T131324Z UID:10000016-1795359600-1795384800@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Nalanda’s Festive Information Evening - La Chaux de Fonds DESCRIPTION:Festive Information Evening\nDiscover Nalanda Retreat Centre in Sri Lanka\nSunday\, 22 November 2026 · From 3:00 PM\nYogimeli Room – Bel-Air 20\nLa Chaux-de-Fonds \nJoin us for a warm and inspiring afternoon dedicated to Nalanda Retreat Centre\, a peaceful sanctuary for meditation\, yoga\, inner development and reconnection with nature in the heart of Sri Lanka. \nThis special information evening is an opportunity to discover the spirit of Nalanda\, learn more about its retreats and activities\, and share an afternoon of music\, reflection and conviviality. \n🎵 Musical sharing with Marco Sartori\nMarco Sartori will bring his music to this special gathering\, creating a space for listening\, sharing and connection. \nThe programme\n\nVisual sharing\nDiscover Nalanda through photographs and videos of the retreat centre\, its natural surroundings and the life of the centre.\nPhotos by Daniel Perret.\nCognitive sharing\nWhy go on a retreat?\nIn which situations is it necessary to take distance from our everyday lives and create space for reflection and inner development?\nTasty sharing\nThe afternoon will continue over an aperitif dinner. Everyone is warmly invited to contribute with a homemade speciality and enjoy a relaxed moment of sharing together.\n\n🌿 Discover the spirit of Nalanda\nWhether you already know Nalanda or are simply curious about this unique retreat centre in Sri Lanka\, this gathering is an invitation to discover\, exchange and connect. \nCome and meet people who share an interest in meditation\, retreats\, nature and inner growth — and discover what makes Nalanda such a special place. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n \n\n\n\nRegistration:  \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail * \n or Email Message\n \n \n Comment or MessageSubmit URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/nalandas-festive-information-evening-la-chaux-de-fonds/ LOCATION:Yogimeli Room\, Bel-Air 20\, la Chaux-de-Fonds\, Ne\, 2300\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/banner_soiree_info_cdf-e1793106009997.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shantini":MAILTO:hello@nalanda-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270103 DTSTAMP:20261011T122658Z CREATED:20260923T103649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T122658Z UID:10000019-1798243200-1798934399@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Ayurvedic retreats in Switzerland – Brienz DESCRIPTION:we are pleased to offer 2 Ayurvedic retreats in Switzerland: \nIn Brienz: From December 26\, 2026 to January 2\, 2027 \nAnd at the Chartreuse de la Part-Dieu (Gruyère): from July 3 to 9\, 2027 \nFeaturing SreeKumar Gopalan\, a renowned Ayurvedic practitioner who will provide individual Ayurvedic consultations and traditional massages\, and Charlotte Shantini Perret\, an acupuncturist and homeopath\, who will guide meditation\, yoga\, and self-massage (Do-in) sessions. \nFull details can be found in the attached documents. URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/ayurvedic-retreats-in-switzerland-brienz/ LOCATION:Seehotel Bären Brienz\, Hauptstrasse 72\, Brienz\, BE\, 3855\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/brienz1-e1790321500853.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shantini":MAILTO:hello@nalanda-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270121 DTSTAMP:20261026T131032Z CREATED:20260421T134957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T131032Z UID:10000007-1799625600-1800489599@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Mirjam Bersier and Cédric Maillard:Yoga - Reconnecting with the Essentials DESCRIPTION:About the Reconnecting with the Essential retreat \nBack to Basics – Reconnecting with the Essential \nHow much time each day do I dedicate to connecting with who I am\, the Source\, the Divine\, the Great Spirit\, the one who has dwelt within me since my birth? \nHow much time each day do I take to give thanks for the simple things in my life\, like the air I breathe\, having enough to eat\, a roof over my head\, for this body I inhabit and which allows me to live so many experiences? \nConnecting with the essentials allows you to follow your path\, to hear that voice that will guide you for the rest of your life. \nThis is why you are truly called to live on Earth. \nDuring this journey\, we invite you to slow down\, in order to connect deeply with who you are\, to visit sacred and highly spiritual places\, to enter into profound dialogue with your inner self. To cherish it\, to give thanks\, and to integrate all that you have gained during this inner journey. \nIn a verdant natural setting\, a sparse forest inhabited by free-roaming peacocks\, birds of paradise\, monkeys\, squirrels\, and extraordinary trees… \nThe comfort and beauty of the cottages and the practice room will allow you to unwind\, immerse yourself\, and feel enveloped by the gentleness of this magical place. \n  \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n or \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n lotus-flyer-recto\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Image 1 of 2 \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\nThese 10 days include: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisits to sacred sites\, temples\, forests\, and the lake\nGentle body practices\, yoga\, and dance\nSwimming in the lake\, relaxing moments\nAyurvedic massage\nSri Lankan vegetarian cooking class\nMeditation\nTime for silence and introspection\nContemplation\nHiking\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/retreat-yoga-stage-with-mirjam-cedric/ LOCATION:Nalanda Retreat Center\, Meegolla Rd 97a\, Matale\, 21082\, Sri Lanka CATEGORIES:Activities,Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/reco-essen-e1791732753665.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270227 DTSTAMP:20261011T150303Z CREATED:20260430T172226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T150303Z UID:10000014-1803081600-1803686399@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Shantini/Charlotte Perret and Sri Sathya Kumar Mutturaja:Discover your inner peace with Yoga\, Meditation and Ayurveda. DESCRIPTION:About the seminar: \nStepping back is essential to understanding our existence. Just as water becomes clear when its surface remains undisturbed\, the body releases tension when allowed to rest\, and the mind clears when not agitated by incessant thoughts. \nWe can discover a profound peace and joy—latent within each of us—waiting for the right conditions to reveal themselves. \nThe days will be paced by meditation\, yoga\, massages\, treatments\, healthy meals\, and excursions to the region’s powerful sites and temples.\nSpecial attention will be paid to each participant to tailor practices and treatments to their individual needs. \n  \nShantini/Charlotte Perret \nSwiss-French acupuncturist\, homeopath\, and naturopath\, Charlotte practices at the Integrative Health Practices Center in Neuchâtel\, Switzerland. \nShe discovered meditation in 1979 during a retreat with the renowned S.N. Goenka in India. Those ten days of silent\, completely isolated practice marked a decisive turning point for her\, as she had found meaning in life. \nOf course\, there were still many experiences to come; in the following years\, she participated in numerous retreats in India\, Thailand\, Burma\, Sri Lanka\, and Europe. \nIn 2017\, when she sought a pleasant location to dedicate herself fully to her practice\, the Nalanda site presented itself to her. \nAfter more than eight years of construction\, Nalanda Retreat Center is now open. It is designed to optimally foster practices such as meditation\, yoga\, and Ayurveda—which means “knowledge of life.” Oil massages\, herbal treatments and healthy nutrition also play an important role in this way of life. \nThe goal is to enable participants to disconnect from daily life and—through the various practices and treatments offered—rediscover inner peace and joy in an inspiring environment. \n  \nSri Sathya Kumar Mutturaga\, manager and director of Nalanda Retreat Center. \nKumar has developed an extensive knowledge of Ayurvedic plants\, their cultivation\, and their therapeutic effects through his work managing several spice gardens in Sri Lanka. \nHe is also an Ayurvedic massage practitioner\, using oils and medicinal herbal compresses. \nHe currently cultivates his own spice garden at Nalanda Centre and we have established a dedicated unit for Ayurvedic treatments\, including massages\, Shirodhara\, and steam baths. \nHis wife\, Renuka\, has mastered the art of Ayurvedic cooking: she skillfully uses local spices to create dishes that are as delicious as they are beneficial to health. URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/individual-or-group-retreat-with-shantini/ LOCATION:Nalanda Retreat Center\, Meegolla Rd 97a\, Matale\, 21082\, Sri Lanka CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/discover-your-inner-peace-with-yoga-meditation-ayurveda-e1791730495751.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shantini":MAILTO:hello@nalanda-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270311 DTSTAMP:20261011T151214Z CREATED:20260430T163652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T151214Z UID:10000012-1803859200-1804723199@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Natasha Tsagarakou:Purifying the 5 elements through the 5 aspects of timeless awareness: creating a bridge between yoga and mahamudra DESCRIPTION:About the 10 days Yoga and Mahamudra retreat \nThese 10 days are an invitation to reset our body and mind\, release the stale energy and recharge through yoga\, pranayama and meditation. Through gentle and regular practice\, we will build our individual capacity and gradually progress to more subtle levels of awareness. \nBeing a reflection of the outer world\, our bodies in their inner form are made up of the same 5 elements. This is widely believed both in Yoga and in Tibetan buddhism. When purified\, the raw energies of the fundamental elements and their corresponding afflictions -the “five poisons”- naturally reveal the five primordial qualities of a buddha mind. \nIn this retreat\, we will use yoga\, pranayama and visualization to purify and balance the elemental energies; and through mahamudra meditation\, we will explore how they can be transformed into wisdom\, which naturally unfolds when mind recognizes their essential nature as pure\, empty and luminous. \n  \nAbout me\, Natasha Tsagarakou \n  \nFor a big period of my life I was involved with university studies. I studied Languages\, Translation and Interpreting\, and then did second studies in Anthropology. I have worked in both fields professionally\, both as a translator and interpreter and as a researcher anthropologist. \nI have been studying and practising yoga since 2007 following the tradition of Bihar School of Yoga. I trained as a yoga teacher in India\, at Rikhiapeeth ashram in Bihar\, in 2012 and have been teaching yoga since then. In 2007 I also met the dharma through my teacher\, lama Lhundrup (Tilmann Borghardt)\, and have been since then practising in the Karma Kagyu tradition. I completed six years of retreat in Gruner Baum\, the Ekayana Retreat Center in Germany\, between 2016 and 2022. I’ve also been translating and organizing the annual Mahamudra Retreat in Greece with lama Lhundrup for the past 15 years\, and recently I finished the translation into Greek of the book by 9th Karmapa\, “Mahamudra\, The Ocean of True Meaning”. At present\, I’m a student at the three-year program Mahamudra Foundation Course in KIBI\, India. \n In 2024 I was certified as an EPT therapist\, after completing the three-year training in Essential Psychotherapy in Strasbourg. \nI’m also a trained Ku-Nye Tibetan Massage therapist\, certified by Shang Shung Institute\, School of Tibetan Medicine. \nSometimes I work as a cook. URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/mahamudra-meditation-with-natasha-tsagarakou/ LOCATION:Nalanda Retreat Center\, Meegolla Rd 97a\, Matale\, 21082\, Sri Lanka CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/puryfying-5-elements-e1791731364946.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270312 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270323 DTSTAMP:20261011T151758Z CREATED:20260430T160151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T151758Z UID:10000011-1804809600-1805759999@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Walter Klocker:A Space for Connection: The Heart to Heart Retreat & Sri Lanka TourIn German DESCRIPTION:About the Heart to Heart Retreat & Sri Lanka Tour\n \nThe Heart to Heart Retreat offers a sanctuary for deep self-awareness and authentic connection. At its core is the interplay between inner reflection and conscious contact with others. Through the alternate rhythm of silence and dialogue\, we create a space where masks can be dropped\, allowing us to meet each other heart to heart.\n \nThe Pillars of the Retreat:\n \nMeditation and Pranayama\nOur time together begins in stillness. Guided meditations and conscious breathwork (Pranayama) soothe the nervous system. The focus shifts from the external world inward\, establishing a grounded foundation for the journey ahead.\n \nMindful Yoga\nThese yoga sessions are not about performance\, but about consciously feeling your own body. Gentle\, flowing movements help release blockages\, anchor you in the present moment\, and strengthen your personal presence.\n \nPartner Yoga\nPracticing in pairs invites mindfulness into interaction. Through shared asanas\, gentle support\, and being held\, trust\, balance\, and the ability to let go become tangible on a physical level.\n \nThe Power of Silence\nPeriods of intentional silence are woven throughout the retreat. This stillness allows you to deeply integrate your experiences and listen to your inner voice without the distraction of everyday conversation.\n \nHeart to Heart Sharing\nIn conscious\, paired dialogues\, we share what moves us from within. Free from judgment\, through pure listening and speaking\, a space opens up for genuine\, open-hearted encounters as equals.\n \nThe Journey Continues: Discovering Sri Lanka\n \nFollowing the retreat\, we will transition from inner stillness into a shared outer journey through the tropical paradise of Sri Lanka. We will embark on a tour designed to deepen our connection to the rich heritage and vibrant nature of this teardrop island.\n \nSacred Spaces: We will step into ancient Buddhist history\, exploring centuries-old rock-cut caves\, historic temples\, and sacred sanctuaries filled with timeless spiritual energy.\n \nAuthentic Encounters: We will experience the warm hospitality of the Sri Lankan people\, learning about their traditions\, daily life\, and rich cultural tapestry firsthand.\n \nVibrant Flora & Fauna: We will immerse ourselves in the island’s breathtaking biodiversity—from lush tea plantations and tropical rainforests to the chance of spotting majestic wildlife in their natural habitat. \n \nAbout Walter\n \nFollowing a profound life turning point in 2002\, Walter dedicated his path to deep inner exploration and healing. His journey led him to travel extensively\, including immersive studies in yoga\, meditation\, and mysticism at a spiritual center in Guatemala.\n \nSince 2007\, Walter has been sharing his passion as a yoga teacher. His practice has continuously evolved from traditional styles and the tantric philosophy of Anusara Yoga toward Yoga Therapy and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga. \n \nDeeply rooted in Vipassana and mindfulness\, which also inspired him to become a certified teacher for MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) and MSC (Mindful Self-Compassion).\n \nIn 2017\, Walter established his own psychotherapy practice. While his foundation includes Concentrative Movement Therapy (a body-centered psychotherapy)\, he has heavily specialized in advanced trauma therapy over recent years. In his therapeutic work\, he seamlessly integrates powerful\, internationally recognized modalities\, including Internal Family Systems (IFS)\, Somatic Experiencing (SE)\, and the Neuro-Affective Relational Model (NARM).\n \nIn addition\, Walter holds a degree in Buddhist Psychotherapy (Essential Psychotherapy)\, beautifully bridging contemporary trauma work with ancient spiritual wisdom. Today\, he channels this rich blend of body awareness\, trauma-informed healing\, and meditative inquiry into his individual sessions\, courses\, workshops\, and international retreats. URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/a-space-for-connection-the-heart-to-heart-retreat-sri-lanka-tour/ LOCATION:Nalanda Retreat Center\, Meegolla Rd 97a\, Matale\, 21082\, Sri Lanka CATEGORIES:Retreats,Yoga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/a-space-for-connection-e1791731866800.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270710 DTSTAMP:20261011T122930Z CREATED:20260923T084339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T122930Z UID:10000018-1814572800-1815177599@nalanda-center.org SUMMARY:Ayurvedic retreats in Switzerland - Gruyère DESCRIPTION:we are pleased to offer 2 Ayurvedic retreats in Switzerland: \n\nIn Brienz: From December 26\, 2026 to January 2\, 2027\nAnd at the Chartreuse de la Part-Dieu (Gruyère): from July 3 to 9\, 2027\n\nFeaturing SreeKumar Gopalan\, a renowned Ayurvedic practitioner who will provide individual Ayurvedic consultations and traditional massages\, and Charlotte Shantini Perret\, an acupuncturist and homeopath\, who will guide meditation\, yoga\, and self-massage (Do-in) sessions. \nFull details can be found in the attached documents. URL:https://nalanda-center.org/agenda/ayurvedic-retreats-in-switzerland-gruyere/ LOCATION:Chartreuse de la Part-Dieu (Gruyère)\, La Part-Dieu 306\, Gruyère\, FR\, 1663\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nalanda-center.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/gruyeres1-e1790314982569.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shantini":MAILTO:hello@nalanda-center.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR