Coimbatore

Vipassana in a serene college campus.

India Malumachampatti. Coimbatore – 641050 Goenka (S.N. Goenka) donation

Coimbatore offers an annual 10-day Vipassana course, a tradition since 1997, held at the SNMV College of Arts & Science. These courses, often referred to as "Gypsy courses," take place during the summer vacations in May, utilizing the college's well-established hostel buildings for separate male and female accommodation. The campus provides large, distinct halls for students, fostering a peaceful and silent atmosphere due to its distance from the city. Surrounded by greenery, the location is known for its pleasant weather even during the summer months, making it a comfortable environment for focused meditation. This long-standing arrangement ensures a consistent opportunity for practitioners to engage in Vipassana in a serene setting.

Highlights

Annual 10-day Vipassana courses since 1997
Utilizes college hostel buildings for accommodation
Peaceful, silent ambiance away from the city
Pleasant weather even during summer months
Separate large halls for male and female students

Good for

Vipassana practitionerssilent retreatsthose seeking a peaceful environmentsummer retreats

Setting

The center is situated within the SNMV College of Arts & Science campus, offering a tranquil and green environment. Its location away from the city ensures a silent ambiance, conducive to meditation. The campus is blessed with pleasant weather, even during the summer, enhancing the retreat experience.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided in well-established hostel buildings on the college campus, with separate facilities for male and female students. Large halls are also available separately for men and women.

Website www.coimbatore.in.dhamma.org

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Address Nehru Maha Vidyalaya, Shri Gambhirmal Bafna Nagar, Malumachampatti. Coimbatore – 641050, India

How to get there

The center is located at Nehru Maha Vidyalaya, Shri Gambhirmal Bafna Nagar, Malumachampatti. Coimbatore – 641050, India. It is about 15 kilometers from Coimbatore Main Railway Station.

Nearest airport: Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) (10 km)

Nearest city: Coimbatore

Public transport: Contact the center for transport details

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Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Feb, Dec, Apr

Avoid: Oct, Sep, May

The location is known for its fairly pleasant weather, even during the summer months, providing a comfortable environment for retreats.

Location

Frequently asked questions

When are the 10-day Vipassana courses typically held?

The 10-day Vipassana courses are usually held during the third and fourth weeks of May each year, coinciding with the summer vacations.

What kind of facilities are available for students?

The SNMV College campus offers well-established hostel buildings for accommodation, with separate facilities for male and female students. There are also large, separate halls available for men and women for meditation.

How far is the center from Coimbatore Main Railway Station?

The center is approximately 15 kilometers from Coimbatore Main Railway Station.