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city
Maharishi Vedic
Located in southeast Iowa, Maharishi
Vedic City is Iowa’s newest and most
unique city, where the theme of ideal life
is a hallmark. From architecture to pre-
ventative health care to organic farming
to group meditation practice, the city
strives to create a community that is
supportive of all life and enriching to
everyone.
The 1000-acre core of the city is de-
signed in the shape of 10 mandalas—cir-
cular subdivisions around a larger circle.
All structures in the city are built accord-
ing to Maharishi Vastu ® architecture, a
system of design based on the princi-
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ples of how nature functions, featuring
unobstructed views of the rising sun and
specific room placement to favor good
health, sound sleep, good fortune, and
growth to enlightenment. The effect is
remarkable! You may not want to leave
after spending a night in one of our ho-
tels! and the experience of the tranquility of
Maharishi Vedic City. Open to the public
for Sunday brunch, the organic and veg-
etarian Raj Restaurant offers the perfect
opportunity to chat with our friendly res-
idents. Call (800) 864-8714 or (641) 472-
9580 for hotel and restaurant
reservations.
The Raj AyurVeda Health Spa offers
prevention-oriented health care that in-
cludes a range of alternative treatment
options, from day spa to in-residence
treatments. Travelers enjoy the benefits
of day spa treatments and overnight
stays, leaving with a sense of well-being Another option for short or long term
stays is the beautiful Rukmapura Park
Hotel, one of the largest natural timber
structures in the Midwest, with in-suite
kitchens and laundry facilities. Call (866)
472-1008 or (641) 469-1919 for reserva-
tions.