The Buddhist Retreat Center in Ixopo overlooks a serene vista of rolling hills, valleys and forests – the perfect setting for a mindfulness retreat. The center is surrounded by 300 acres of quiet trails where you can practice mindful hiking and walking as you admire several species of wildlife in their natural surroundings. Buddhism (also known as the Middle Way) welcomes people from all religions and all walks of life who would like to learn how to live a more fulfilling life, and the retreat offers both structured (conducted) group retreats and un-structured self-retreats for individuals. The center is famous for its delicious vegetarian food, prepared on-site from home-grown organic fruit and vegetables and farm-baked break – day visitors are welcome to come for lunch.
Buddhist Retreat Center, Ixopo, Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa, Phone: +27-8-78-09-16-87
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