Savitri Bhavan

Solitude Farm follows Fukuoka’s permaculture and natural farming techniques. Fukuoka advocated that all the bio-resources around us, such as leaves, weeds, branches, etc., should constantly be returned to the soil to increase soil fertility. No pesticides or fertilizers have ever been used on the land. We practice non-tillage and no machines or tractors are used. Every part of this land is honored and respected.

Solitude Farm is a true example of Masanobu Fukuoka’s philosophy in practice – a road back to nature through eating local food. We welcome you to come and explore your relationship with Mother Nature at Solitude Farm and be part of the change. 

Upcoming Events 

Mini-permaculture workshop (Every Saturday) 

A closer look at Solitude farm through exploration of local food. This workshop will give you a clear insight on how to re-connect with Mother Nature through the principles of natural farming and permaculture. Included is a Secrets of our Salads mini-cooking workshop, where the group harvests and makes a nutrition-packed salad together. Held every Wednesday, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, includes lunch and refreshments. 

Schedule  

9:30 am 

Introduction 

Reading of Fukuoka 

10:00 am 

Tour 

Honouring Organic Matter 

Gifts of Mother Earth 

Biodiversity 

Harvest of crops 

11:00 am 

The secrets of our Salads (mini cooking workshop)

Exploring the Ayurvedic and nutritional benefits of local plants 

Benefits of local plants 

12:30 pm 

Lunch and Closing Circle 

Foreign Nationals are welcome to teach classes, workshops, etc. in Auroville, but only on an Auroville recommended entry visa or business visa, and only through a registered Auroville unit, which may include remuneration through the Auroville unit concerned.

The Serendipity project originates from the will of Giovanni and Stefania to manifest a synergic community defined by the power of Kindness, Sincerity and Generosity. 

We intend to be an experiential learning sangha of proactive and spontaneous people who are eager and ready to dedicate their lives for the manifestation and spreading of Mother’s Dream on Auroville and Sri Aurobindo’s teachings on Integral Yoga. 

Therefore, we commit to joyfully work and progress together in synchronicity with the Divine work of Mother Earth while giving freedom of expression to each one's unique needs, vocation, truth and soul purpose.

Location

We have a peculiar farm community atmosphere and we are immersed in nature, which here is characterized by the tropical dry evergreen forest and the most colourful birds. At the same time, we are located in the very centre of Auroville, only a few hundred meters from the Matrimandir, the Visitor's Center, the Town Hall and the Solar Kitchen.

Activities

Our place is perfect for a diverse stay as you can relax in a hammock in the garden or be active and do any practise in our beautiful yoga hall or help in our organic vegetable garden. 

For those who are interested and stay long enough, we are also happy to share our experience here and some of the history and complexities of the "City of Dawn". 

Among a number of therapies, activities and courses, we even organize a 2-month Auroville Volunteer Experience program and a 4-days intensive Auroville Introduction Program for people who wish to discover some very interesting projects and deepen their understanding of Auroville: an intentional community in the making, aspiring for unity in diversity, yet far from the dream in the current reality.

For general information about the upcoming programs, please check the fliers below. For reservations, inquiries, or detailed information about volunteering, accommodation, classes, and treatments, please contact us.