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Goenka tradition · India

Dhamma Salila

Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

Founded

2000

Capacity

120 students

Tradition

Goenka tradition

Languages

English, Hindi

About this center

Set in the lower Himalayan foothills near Dehradun. Cool climate year-round makes it pleasant for courses even in summer when north Indian plains are unbearable. Forest surroundings and mountain air support deep practice. Popular with practitioners from Delhi NCR and the Himalayan region.

How to reach

Nearest airport
Dehradun (Jolly Grant) — 35 km
Nearest railway
Dehradun — 20 km
Climate
Mountain — cool summer, cold winter
Best season
Year-round, peak March-October

Before you apply

Excellent summer alternative to plains centers. Layered clothing recommended. Combine with Himalayan travel before/after.

New to Vipassana? Read the full guide before applying — the 10-day course expects you to know what you are committing to.

Apply for a course

Applications go directly to Dhamma Salila. Darshya does not handle bookings — the center reviews each applicant personally. The course itself is donation-based (no fee).

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