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Rajghat Krishnamurti Study Centre
The Rajghat Study Centre is available only to meditation students, by invitation. The other three centers listed have more structured programs and can be booked through a travel agent or through the centers themselves.
Rajghat Fort Benares, Uttar Pradesh; 91-44/2493-7803; www.j-krishnamurti.org; $15 per person, per night, including meals.
Soukya
This eco-friendly health center on a 30-acre organic farm offers ayurveda, homeopathy, and naturopathy and has welcomed everyone from Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, to Sting.
Soukya Rd., Whitefield, Bangalore, Karnataka; 91-80/794-5001; www.soukya.com; doubles from $175, including meals.
The Art of Living International Center
The headquarters of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's popular foundation teaches the Sahaj Samadhi meditation technique, which emphasizes "mindful" living.
Km 21, Kanakapura Rd., Bangalore, Karnataka; 91-80/2843-2274; www.artofliving.org; three-night program from $150 per person, double.
Ananda
A posh meditation (and destination) spa in the Himalayas, with minimalist guest rooms overlooking the city of Rishikesh. The program combines ancient yoga techniques and ayurvedic practices with international spa therapies.
Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar, Uttaranchal; 91-1378/227-500; www.anandaspa.com; doubles from $430.
—Elizabeth Woodson
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