What Happens When You Spend Two Weeks in the Himalayan Foothills

Max Gettler
April 17, 2026 • 3 min Article

Last week, I completed a  World Peace Assembly with Maharishi Purusha in the Himalayan foothills of Kathmandu, Nepal – and it was, without question, one of the most remarkable places I’ve ever experienced.

Set in perfect vastu (Vedic architecture), the facility is surrounded by expansive Himalayan views that seem to naturally draw the mind inward while simultaneously uplifting it.

At the Maharishi Vedic Institute, the daily rhythm was enriched by recitations from the Maharishi Vedic pandits. Hearing these recitations in-person felt like another addition to the group programme. I could really feel myself transcending deeply during these sessions and by the time they were over, I couldn’t help but feel an extra sense of lightness and silence throughout the rest of the day.

There was also a wide range of Ayurvedic treatments available to support health and balance – Marma Therapy, Abhyanga, Shirodhara and more. For me, one of the highlights was experiencing Maharishi Light Therapy with Gems (MLG) for the first time. After the initial session, I had the distinct sensation of almost floating as I walked back to the programme hall. By the second and third sessions, there was a noticeable strength and ease in my joints. It left me looking forward to having more MLG sessions in the future.

Another memorable addition was Maharishi Aroma Therapy. I was given a selection of personalised oils, and within a short time, two of them made a very clear difference. I noticed my sleep was deeper and more restful, and the programme felt enjoyable and rejuvenating as if I had just gotten another Advanced Technique.

A course, however, is shaped as much by the people as by the programme and setting. What stood out to me was the genuine closeness that developed among us. Despite coming from very different walks of life, there was a natural sense of warmth and support from everyone that carried through the entire week. By the end, each person in our group felt like a good friend, and it’s something I hope to experience again in the future.

Applications for the Taste of Purusha in Nepal are still open.