5th Edition · Inauguration of Ganesha
Four days of immersion in the Vedic tradition in Itaipava, Petrópolis, Brazil. Vedanta classes with Jonas Masetti, classical Indian dance, mantras, satsangs, and the inauguration of Ganesha at the Cultural Center.
Limited spots
Four days of immersion in the living Vedic tradition — with masters, sacred fire, mantras, and the silence of study.
May 7–10 · Granja Brasil · Itaipava
The Indian Festival of Vedānta & Self-Knowledge reaches its fifth edition gathering, in one place, the traditional teaching of Vedanta, the artistic expression of Indian culture, and the community that has formed around this tradition in Brazil.
The program includes daily Vedanta classes with Jonas Masetti, mantras and bhajans, body work, satsangs, and performances by 18 professional Indian artists — musicians and dancers traveling from India for the event.
The 5th edition is marked by the inauguration of Ganesha at the Cultural Center, with a Homa ceremony on the morning of May 8. In recognition of the Vishva Vidya Institute’s work spreading the Vedic tradition outside India, the Indian Ambassador to Brazil, Dinesh Bhatia, and the Consul of India in São Paulo confirmed their attendance.
The gathering takes place at Granja Brasil, in Itaipava, Petrópolis. Spots are limited — early registration is recommended.
What makes this edition unique
Official diplomatic presenceHis Excellency Dinesh Bhatia, Ambassador of India to Brazil, and the Consul of India in São Paulo confirmed their attendance — in recognition of the Vishva Vidya Institute’s work disseminating the Vedic tradition outside India.
Live cultureProfessional musicians and dancers traveling from India to perform classical and devotional dances throughout the four days.
Historic landmarkHoma ceremony on the morning of May 8 for the inauguration of Ganesha at the Cultural Center — a milestone for the Vedanta community in Brazil.
Padma Shri 2025Daily Vedanta classes with Acharya Jonas Masetti, recently honored with the Padma Shri — a civilian award conferred by the Government of India.
Four days · Granja Brasil
Classes, mantras, dance, sacred fire, satsanga.
Subject to change
All activities take place at Granja Brasil. Puja, Homa, Inipi, and Uni ceremonies are held at the Cultural Center.
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Granja Brasil
Itaipava, Petrópolis · Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
Granja Brasil has hosted the festival across multiple editions — a spacious venue in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro, with the Cultural Center for ceremonies and ample room for the main program.
