CT 7807 - Varanasi:The Eternal City

Institution:

California Institute of Integral Studies

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Description:

Offers an experiential investigation of Hinduism, Yoga, Buddhism, and Indian culture. Students visit the sacred Indian city of Varansi, practice yoga and meditation, meet with scholars of Hindu astrology and Ayurveda, and explore cultural activities such as Indian cooking, music, and dance performances. Course includes a three-day pilgrimage to Bodh Gaya and Sarnath, where the Buddha achieved enlightenment and offered his first discourse, respectively.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ciis.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 575-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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