Ananda Kalyani
The Valley of Bliss
Integrative Development Project and Spiritually Based Community in Central Portugal.
“Every one of us carries within the hidden memory of that first sunrise, and even beyond it into the darkness of antiquity. We are, by means of this primordial memory, intimately connected to all forms of life.”
Shrii Shrii Anandamurti
Welcome to the Valley of Bliss
We are Ananda Kalyani, a vibrant, aspiring integrative development project and spiritually based community in central Portugal. Surrounded by beautiful nature, we work and live together to become a better model of a more resilient, self-reliant, and holistically regenerative way of life. We organize retreats and courses, host events and provide a space for visiting and volunteering with us. Explore all possibilities on how you can collaborate with us.
Choose how to Join us
Visit Us
Spend a day, a weekend, or even a whole week with us—whatever feels right. You’ll have space to rest, recharge, and join in our daily spiritual practices. Take a look below to see the different of accommodation.
Volunteer
Become a volunteer in our project. Whether you’re here for a short while or a longer stay, volunteering is a chance to connect more deeply—with the land, the community, and yourself.
Join Events
Join us for one of our upcoming events, retreats, or courses. These are opportunities to learn, grow, and connect—while experiencing our way of life firsthand. Explore what’s coming up in the months ahead.
What our visitors say
The river is beautiful and the new hostel is super cosy!
I want to go back!
It’s happening! From August 6th to 10th, we’ll come together in the mountains of central Portugal for this year’s Ananda Festival of Bliss—a time to celebrate, dance, share, and connect. Once a year, our community gathers with open hearts and joyful spirits. Musicians, yogis, artists, families, seekers, and volunteers from all over the world join us—not just to have a good time, but to truly connect. With each other. With the land. With something deeper. Learn more about the festival below
Explore more possibilities to collaborate
By subscribing to our monthly letter, you will receive the latest updates about our project and what awaits more in the future! Stay tuned about the upcoming events, job opportunities and more by following the link below.
Ao subscrever a nossa newsletter mensal, receberá as últimas atualizações sobre o nosso projeto e o que o futuro nos reserva! Fique a par dos próximos eventos, oportunidades de trabalho e muito mais, seguindo o link abaixo.