Meditation in Southeast Asia - Insight Meditation Center

skirt) which can be obtained at every market in Burma.
Medical care: Hygienic conditions are good by Burmese standards. Malaria risk is
low. Medication is scarce, must be brought in sufficient amounts (antibiotic, Halfan,
first-aid kit), and should be donated when leaving. In general medical care is much
worse in Burma than in Europe.
Costs: The center is supported exclusively with donations and is therefore
dependent on the voluntary support of the visitors.
Climate and best time to go: Tropical climate. The cooler dry season from
November to February (from March on very hot) are the best months.
Immigration: A visa is mandatory! With a center’s written invitation it is possible to
apply for a three-month meditation visa.
Literature: A very good and free of charge book by Pa-Auk Sayadaw, "The Light of
Wisdom", is available through Ng Wee Kang, 791-C, Tmn Kerjasama, Bkt Beruang,
75450 Melaka, Malaysia, or through knowing_seeing@yahoo.com. As a courtesy,
enclose a fair donation for shipping costs.
Note: Very good for meditators interested in Samatha practice, those with questions
regarding absorptions or those who want to get a first impression of meditation with
experienced guidance. Suitable for beginners, easy to reach, good conditions.
Another branch of the monastery is in Sri Lanka:
Hon. N. Ariyadhamma Mahathera, Sri Gunawardana Yogasramaya
Gal Duwa, Kahawa, via Ambalangola 7018, Sri Lanka
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