Meditation and Conversation

FREE Retreat in Memory of Andrew Cohen
Jan 4th - 11th 2026

Tiruvannamalai, India

Anyone with a genuine interest in spiritual inquiry and inner depth is welcome to attend.

Dear Friends,

We warmly invite you to join us for a special retreat at the foot of the sacred mountain Arunachala in South India, from January 4th to 11th, 2026, at Manifest Nirvana—a place dedicated to deep spiritual inquiry, reflection, and awakening.

This retreat is open to everyone with a sincere interest in spiritual depth, inner transformation, and the mystery of awakening. Whether you’re new to spiritual practice or have been walking this path for years, you are truly welcome.

This gathering will also be a time to honor and remember Andrew Cohen, the founder of Manifest Nirvana and a spiritual teacher who touched many lives. Andrew passed away on March 25th, 2025, and this retreat offers a space to reflect on his legacy with open hearts, in the very place that meant so much to him.

Throughout the week, we will come together in silence and in dialogue, in meditation and spontaneous sharing. We’ll create space for honest conversation, deep listening, and the kind of stillness that reconnects us to what really matters.

This retreat is about coming together in the spirit of Evolutionary Enlightenment—the living path that Andrew Cohen dedicated his life to. It’s an invitation to show up with sincerity and openness, to honor the depth and clarity he pointed to, and to allow something deeper to emerge in our shared presence—something that speaks to the ever-unfolding mystery of who we are and why we’re here.

Arunachala has long been a source of spiritual inspiration, known as a living symbol of pure consciousness. To gather here is to step into an atmosphere charged with the potential for stillness, insight, and renewal.

This retreat is for anyone who:

• Feels called to step out of daily life and into sacred space
• Is drawn to spiritual inquiry, silence, and shared presence
• Wants to connect with others in an atmosphere of depth and authenticity
• Is curious about what lies beyond the known, and open to what may unfold

There is no charge for the retreat itself.
You’ll just need to cover your travel, accommodation, and meals. All meals will be provided from dinner on January 4th through breakfast on January 11th. We recommend booking your accommodation at Gia Mantra, just 500 meters from the ashram.

If this invitation resonates with you—if something in your heart says yes—we would love to welcome you.

With warmth and sincerity,

Daniela Bomatter, Vincent Drouot, Sara Topsoe, and Annick Macher

Please don't hesitate to reach out to Daniela Bomatter by email if you have questions or comments.

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