Kamalaya Koh Samui
Pra Ajarn Poh, The Essence of Buddhist Meditation

The highly respected Pra Ajarn Poh, abbot of Wat Suan Mohhk, "The Garden of Liberation" in Chaiya, Thailand, will teach at Kamalaya Koh Samui on 12 January 2006 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM.

A recently opened Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa, centered around a cave temple that once served Buddhist monks as a place of meditative retreat, Kamalaya translates from Sanskrit as "Lotus Realm", an ancient symbol of the harmonious unfolding of the human spirit.

Pra Ajarn Poh will speak on the legacy of the meditation masters who previously resided in the cave at Kamalaya and will teach on the heart essence of the Buddhist path to enlightenment while introducing the techniques of "tranquility" (shamata) and "insight" (vipassana) meditation, as taught 2,500 years ago by Sakyamuni Buddha.

Following his teachings, Pra Ajarn Poh will remain in residence at Kamalaya and offer personal meditation instruction at the cave at the entrance to Kamalaya's Wellness Sanctuary.

From January 14, Pra Ajarn Poh will conduct a five-day meditation retreat for those interested at his newly founded meditation center Theepapawan, "Hermitage for the Development of Light", less than a fifteen minute drive from Kamalaya in the hills above the village of Hua Thanon.

Neil Taylor, Kamalaya's General Manager, says; "We are truly honored to welcome Pra Ajarn Poh, and we are excited to learn more about the monks who resided in the cave at Kamalaya."

Unfolding amidst lush tropical vegetation and cascading streams, Kamalaya is a place where timeless traditions can evolve and flourish and where new beginnings are easily conceived. Kamalaya offers a comprehensive approach to personal fulfillment and wellbeing through diverse traditions of healing, spirituality, community, lifestyle, healthful cuisine, and the arts.

Participants in Pra Ajarn Poh's teachings may enjoy exceptional cuisine for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Kamalaya's Soma restaurant with magnificent sunset views over the sea and outlying islands.

Visit their website spa in Koh Samui, Thailand www.kamalaya.com for more information, or contact us, by telephone 077 429800 or by email, spa Samui contact

Spa Contact Address:
Kamalaya Koh Samui, 102/9 Moo 3, Laem Set Road, Na-Muang, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84140, Thailand

MORE FACTUAL INFORMATION ACCOMMODATION:
4 luxurious Villas with floor areas ranging from 87 to 215 square metres, 20 spacious 75 square metre villas, 10 Suites, and 20 Hillside Rooms, all with stunning views. SERVICES AND FACILITIES
Kamalaya's Wellness Sanctuary spa Koh Samui integrates a diverse range of Oriental and Western healing practices. Experienced practitioners and dedicated professionals offer a wide variety of health treatments, consultations, classes, seminars and programs for individuals and groups to promote the harmonious development of the whole person, including:

• Personal health and lifestyle consultations upon arrival
• Consultations and treatments in Chinese Medicine, Naturopathy, Homeopathy and Western Medicine
• Optional Life Enhancement Programs, including: "relax and renew", "detox and rejuvenation", "optimal fitness", "ideal weight" and "joyful being"
• Diagnostic procedures, including bio-resonance evaluations, nutritional analysis biological age assessments and comprehensive laboratory testing.
• Colonic hydrotherapy with ozone
• Herbal steam cavern, far-infrared sauna, hot and cold plunge pools including a lap-pool and a leisure pool
• Therapeutic massages, including lymphatic drainage, traditional Thai massage, chi nei tsang (Taoist abdominal massage), t'ui na (acupressure) and craniosacral therapy
• Customized herbal formulas
• Personalized fitness training
• Yoga, Pilates, Chi Gong, Tai Chi, and Meditation classes

The Yantra Hall is designed on principles of sacred geometry. The circular building is crowned by a skylight, outfitted with audio-visual equipment, fully air-conditioned and overlooks the sea. For an up-to-date calendar of events, visit their website spa in Koh Samui, Thailand www.kamalaya.com

Within exclusive serenity, Yoga Pavilion, Shakti Fitness Centre, Art and Antiques Gallery and Library and Study Centre are incorporated to provide an ultimate wellness and learning experience.

The Kamalaya Shop retails herbal and nutritional supplements, natural spa products, books, and DVDs.

DINING
Soma Restaurant offers a wide variety of Oriental and Western cuisine, from tantalising salads to fresh seafood, organic poultry, and specially selected wines. A range of individually customised dishes is also available for those undertaking Kamalaya's Detox and Rejuvenation Programme.

Amrita Café serves fresh juice and salads as well as a variety of wok-prepared and vegetarian dishes.

The Alchemy Bar offers appetizers, cocktails, wines, and elixir based on Chinese, Indian, and Thai traditions of herbal medicine, all served in a traditional manner in aesthetic surroundings.