Support the Expansion of Dhamma Shringa in Nepal

Dhamma Shringa, the Summit of Dhamma, was established in April 1981 as the first Vipassana center in Nepal. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, it overlooks the serene Kathmandu Valley, just 12 kilometers north of Kathmandu City. This sacred space holds deep historical significance, as S.N. Goenka spent extended periods here and authored many of his books. His residence remains preserved as a tribute to his time at the center.

Spread across nearly four acres, the center can comfortably accommodate about 250 students. It features a variety of residential buildings, from dormitories to single rooms, two separate dining halls for men and women, and several meditation halls. For old students, an 84-cell pagoda provides an ideal setting for deeper meditation.

In recent years, Dhamma Shringa has hosted 39 courses annually, welcoming over 4,500 meditators. Along with the foundational 10-day courses, the center regularly offers long courses of 20, 30, 45, and 60 days, as well as Executive and Satipatthana courses.

A unique opportunity has arisen to expand the long course area for female students by acquiring an adjacent property of 11,969 square feet at a price of $300,000. Currently, the entire long course area is limited to 26 rooms, creating a capacity challenge. This expansion would allow more female old students to participate in long courses and deepen their practice in comfortable and suitable accommodation.

Your support can help this vision become a reality and offer more meditators the opportunity to benefit from longer courses at Dhamma Shringa. The expansion project is a wonderful step in nurturing Dhamma’s growth in Nepal and beyond.

May the merits of your generosity benefit many!

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