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).