I can only recommend you to go and follow a Vipassana course in Dhamma Utkal. Apart from the strong and intense experience I lived by discovering Vipassana, I could not think of a better environment to do so. The location in the middle of nature makes it so peaceful. The facilities recently renovated are so confortable. As a foreigner, I had access to English classes, perfectly clear and understandable. But most of all, the staff serving in the center was so welcoming and careful, it really made me feel good during this whole experience. Do not hesitate to go, I highly recommend.
I did Vipassana meditation program here for 10 days. I felt meditation so deeply for the first time. The environment is very peaceful, there is greenery everywhere, the food is very good, the teachers are very good, everyone is helpful, specialist Amma, she used to treat us like her own children.
Indeed a great place for self realisation, helped me change perception of life and death. This place made me understand the relationship between mind and body. People are so cooperative and help in all the ways without any expectations. Indeed the place requires help from sadhaks and sevadars to expand it for goodness of society and oneself Loved this place , a peaceful meditation and there no better place than this to have that great experience.
I won't tell you the benefits of Vipasaana as many have already reviewed about it. I am reviewing why you should choose this venue for your 1st vipasana session if you are from Odisha. 1- Individual rooms - the true essence of this course is for you to look inward and observe it. When we first go to do a course, we do not know much about it and individual rooms help you to concentrate more, without having to interact with any other student.( Dhama Bhubaneswar, has dorms at the moment when I checked 15/12/2024) 2 - Environment - The center is located about 8 km from Khariar Road (Railway station) and 8.3km from Nuapada (OSRTC bus stop) and is quite distant from all the noice, so you won't be disturbed while meditating. Points to note if planning to travel to this location - if travelling by Bus try to come to Khariar Road if possible ( auto will be cheaper from Khariar Road to vipasana center) - if travelling by Bus and the last stop is to Nuapada, still no issue ( but you have to reserve auto and fare is around 300-400 due to bad roads) - if travelling by train to Khariar Road(KRAR), a lot of autos both share and reserve are available ( so advisable if possible) - mattress and pillow are provided, so just carry bedsheets and blanket. - rest meditate and relax for the course
It was best experience ever. The location was truly exceptional, with outstanding staff behavior and hospitality. The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful. Everyone should experience this at least once in their life.
