Painting Journey to the Autumn Himalayas

with Swamini Dakshini Ma and Rishika Hiranmayi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Himalayas, Uttarakhand, India
4-12 October 2025
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Registration is open till 1 August 2025
Available languages: English
Price: 196,000 INR ( ~2000 Euro)

Prepayment before 15 June 2025.

For late bookings after June 15th, the price is 216,000 INR (~2200 EUR)

Registration
We are setting off for the Himalayas, which have been known since ancient times as Dev Bhumi – the lands of the gods. Here, the breathtaking beauty of nature is inseparably intertwined with sacredness, as if the love of the Divine Mother manifests itself in this untamed splendour.

Under the guidance of Swamini Dakshini, we will journey through holy places and immerse ourselves in the mystery of devotional art. The path of devotional art offers a direct means of realising the Supreme Truth. Drawing the Sri Yantra or depicting the Lord in the form of one of His avatars allows us to concentrate on Him and brings forth yet another of His unique manifestations into the world. Just reflect on this, and devotional art will no longer seem ordinary to you. Express your service to God through art, allow Him to manifest, and let this become a beautiful stage in your relationship with the Divine.

Whether it be song, dance, theatre, or visual art, material aesthetics are secondary to the sincerity of devotion. This is the key to attaining a true spiritual experience through devotional art.

There is no right or wrong here. Simply give it a try! Start drawing and observe what unfolds within you, but do not strive for a specific outcome. Its form will reveal itself through your hands. Whenever Guruji has a little ‘free’ time, He takes great pleasure in painting and engaging in creative work.

‘I love painting because it helps to express towards the outside what you have inside of yourself.’ — Paramahamsa Vishwananda

Guides:

Swamini Dakshini Ma

Swamini Dakshini’s journey with Paramahamsa Vishwananda began in 2000, a meeting that deeply touched her heart and changed her life. She was initiated as a Swamini in 2023. She now oversees the art studio at Shree Peetha Nilaya and offers devotional art training worldwide.With an academic background in art therapy and under the guidance of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, Swamini Dakshini has developed courses and teacher training in devotional art and painting meditation. Her work has inspired people from all walks of life. Having travelled widely in India since early adulthood, she continues to immerse herself in devotional and cultural experiences that enrich her teachings. Through her service, she continues to light the way for others to embrace creativity and devotion, helping them to find joy, love and meaning in their lives.

Rishika Hiranmayi

Rishika Hiranmayi, originally from South Africa, is a Atma Kriya Yoga Teacher, Knowledge Teachers and Ayurvedic Practitioner. In the past learning from teachers like Dr. Vasant Lad, running her own Ayurvedic practice, as well as teaching Yoga and Ayurveda in United States, currently she lives in her Guru’s ashram in Vrindavan. From the moment she met her Guru in 2003, her journey with its with ups and downs has been a journey of continuous self acceptance and spiritual growth. Rishika is passionate about sharing the love of God, teachings of Bhagavad Gita and how through her Guru’s teachings we can find God simply in our every day life.

INCLUDED IN COST
Accommodation on double-sharing basis in comfortable hotels with two-three vegetarian meals a day
All transfers from the starting point in Pantnagar to Dehradun via comfortable coaches
Spiritual practices, satsangs and lectures on Hinduism
Devotional Art practices with Swamini Dakshini
Full expert support of organizers and guides, including lectures on Hinduism
NOT INCLUDED IN COST
International flights to Delhi and back
Flights Delhi-Pantnagar and Dehradun-Delhi
Visa
Medical Insurance
Paid darshans, queue-free admissions and donations in temples
Tips for hotels and drivers. Please keep in mind that due to the low salaries in India, it is customary to leave tips
Additional drinks

Registration details

Registration is open until 1 August 2025. It is possible that registration will close earlier if spots fill up.
To participate, you need a good physical and psychological condition!
A prepayment of 167,000 INR ( ~1700 Euro) is required to confirm the reservation; prepayment: before August 1, 2025.
Changes in the program are possible due to road conditions, weather conditions and other unpredictable circumstances. Bhakti Bharat is not responsible for any changes in the program due to force majeure.
If you have any questions about the event or registration, please contact:

Madhav Priya Dasi via Telegram (@madhavpriyadasi)
pvindiaadventures@bhaktib.in 

If you have any questions about the payment, please contact:

finance@bhaktib.in