Established in 2005, Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation Center, nestled within 3 acres of forested land, occupies the highest point on Parsik Hill in New Mumbai. Its strategic location offers swift access to the city center, catering to individuals leading bustling lives in the metropolitan area. Simultaneously, its pristine and unspoiled hilly surroundings provide a tranquil and serene atmosphere ideal for meditation.

Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation Center boasts a spacious two-story building capable of accommodating over 100 students comfortably. Complete with self-contained air-conditioned residential quarters, a dining hall, and a fully air-conditioned meditation hall, it also features a Pagoda with over 100 cells for individual meditation. Additionally, an elevator is available for the convenience of the elderly, pregnant individuals, and students with health concerns.

In addition to its 10-day Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation programs, the center features a separate wing dedicated to conducting regular short courses for returning students. Furthermore, it offers a designated area for one-day courses, held every Sunday specifically for returning students. Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation Center is a two storied spacious building accommodating approx. 100+ students. The Center is equipped with self contained residential rooms, dining hall & fully air conditioned meditation hall. In addition to 10-day meditation area, the center has a separate wing where regular short courses are conducted for old students and has a dedicated area for one day courses which are held on every Sunday for old students.

What to Bring to Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation Center:

Required Items (not provided at the center):

• Alarm clock, flashlight, and a lock. Please note that you won't be able to use your cell phone or any other personal electronic device as an alarm clock.
• Sufficient comfortable and modest clothing. Modest attire is necessary for both men and women.
• Any necessary medication. Please ensure you bring an ample supply for the entire duration of the course.

Suggested Items:

• Indoor footwear/slippers: Convenient slip-ons such as clogs or flip flops.
• A shawl or light blanket for use in the air-conditioned meditation hall.
• Seasonal items like a raincoat or umbrella.

Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation Center Provides:

• Meditation cushion.
• Bedding: Sleeping pillow, bed cover, and one light blanket.

Please Do Not Bring:

• Inappropriate Clothing: Tight, transparent, revealing, or otherwise conspicuous attire (such as low-cut pants, shorts, short skirts, leggings, sleeveless tops, tank tops, or skimpy clothing).
• Cell phones and other personal electronic devices.
• Computers or other electronic equipment.
• Books, diaries, journals, or any other reading/writing materials.
• Musical instruments.
• Personal food items.
• Tobacco in any form.
• Non-prescription drugs.
• Scented toiletries or perfumes.
• Religious or spiritual objects.
• Jewelry or any other unnecessary valuables.

Note: If you arrive with any of the aforementioned items to Dhamma Vipula Vipassana Meditation Center, you will be asked to deposit them with the management until the end of the course.