Jeeva Samadhi means becoming one with the universal consciousness or merging with the Divine. It has different terms and is used as different wards in different religion. Buddhist calls it Nirvana and Christians call it ecstasy or merging with the spirit. In samadhi one remains immersed in infinite bliss and the time one can remain in samadhi ranges from few minutes to time infinite. After a divine person takes Samadhi there are various ways of disposing the physical body.

(Duration-1 day)

 

MEDITATION

 

Silent Meditation

During the silent meditation to be done in caves specially selected by Ashok, he will thru his intuition guide you to the right spot where you can then allow the vibration of the cave to take you deep within.

(Duration-2 hours)

 

Tree Hugging Meditation

After some trekking, you will be taken to a special tree selected by Ashok's own experience (these trees are surrounded by herbs and are situated in a cool spot) where he will then guide you to connect with the spirit of the tree.

(Duration-2 hours)

 

Soul Opening Meditation

A method learnt by Ashok's grandfather, he will share a specific meditation Technique that will help to open the soul. This process occurs naturally, step by step according to your readiness.

(Duration-3 days)

TREKKING

 

 

Trekking Arunachala

Arunachala is known by the Tamilians as Shiva; the soul of silence. During this trekking you can enjoy and breathe in the fragrance of the herbs in the area. The trekking is a deep meditative experience where you can allow yourself to merge with the natural surroundings, and connect with the Truth of Being. You will be guided all the way to the top of the mountain. This takes about 6 hours, although the length of time depends on how many stops you need to make and how long you would like to stay at the top.

(Duration-6 hours)

 

 

Spiritual Spring

For a powerful experience of Arunachala Mountain, you can choose a trekking to the top where there is a spring, and where we will spend the night to absorb the spiritual vibration of the mountain as well as the vibration of the stars and moon.

Four activities make this journey complete and clear

Holy water sprinkle

Mantra singing

Meditation

Healing

The main concept of the journey

Broke the ego Light your soul

(Duration-1 day)

 

WORKSHOPS

 

Pottery making

 

 

 

The art of pottery making is an old and traditional one. A lot of work and creativity goes into getting these products to their final shape. Learn these secrets and techniques at Discovery Village and have fun making your own special pottery piece.

(Duration-3 hours)

 

 

Warli painting-workshop

 

 

Warli painting is a very popular form of tribal painting.  Their major themes include the harvest season, celebration, wedding, rituals and births. Our artist Kumar will be teaching you how to paint warli with different materials!

(Duration-2 hours)

(Sundays only)

 

Bird Watching

 Bird watching in Tiruvannamalai.

Early morning (or) evening with a guide we take you to the forest (or) a lake (or) a mountain to see the most special birds from this area.

Lake View

A calm, clear, cool lake lies in its hole whilst wondering in the woods.Cluster of rocks sorrounds and protects it.Sorrounded by a colourful red soil path.Breathing in the smell of glorious spring, as chattering frogs and birds singing.

(Duration-half day)

Mouna Stone healing

Ashok offers this healing for last 5 years. Mouna stone Healing based on a traditional art form in south India , Only a few people know this technique I learned it from my grandparents, it is so sensitive and valuable too.

Mouna stone Healing is often life-changing experience that uses the light touches and moving the Mouna stone all over the body to feel the energy of the Arunachala Mountain; to refresh the human body, mind, and spirit, thus, the effects of a healing session may be felt on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels. Mouna stone Healing is different from Reiki, pranic healing, or any technique you have encountered.

Being deeply loved gives you strength, loving deeply gives you courage. ...Laozi

Three sessions

1st - based on gentle touch and moving the mouna stone all over the body

2nd - based on fingers touch and place the mouna stone in particular points.

3rd - based on highly sensitive touches.

(Duration-1 hour for each session)

PAINTINGS

Rock paintings (Pre-Historical)

Globally, the study of rock art and their interpretations gained momentum in the Field of archaeology. Archaeologists not only denoted the artistic skill of the people who had painted them, also their beliefs and their daily activities. The paintings on the rock shelters are mostly the hunting scenes and human activities.

(Duration-1 Day)

Arunachala Paintings

We are selling our own creative, beautiful and lively Arunachala paintings in Tiruvannamalai.

Our nature artist Kumar is an expert in murals, canvas and water colors. If you are interested please contact us. We would be happy to show you the painting which is a wonderful way to take home some memories of your visit to Arunachala.

 

 

Secret of Shakti

 

 

Inspired by Arunachala and the surrounding nature Ashok Kumar is a self-taught artist using the medium of watercolor and ink Drawing. His work contains hidden secrets which may be revealed only when studied closely with a calm and meditative mind.

Ashok has developed a serious of paintings along the theme of the power and nature of a woman.

 

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