The International Buddhist Meditation Center in Bangkok holds a daily class for beginners and advanced practitioners. Many meditation centers throughout the region offer accommodations to those wishing to stay and meditate. Check with the Northern Insight Meditation Center in Chiang Mai for longer retreats. Agrotourism In Thailand , you can visit working farms, produce factories and enjoy village homestays through the Department of Agricultural Extension 's Agro-Tours. You can also take part in rice planting and harvesting in Chiang Mai through Maejo University .
All participants receive instruction in language and culture.
Volunteers work in teams of 10 to 15 people, and during free time, volunteers tour the Mekong River Delta, the infamous Cuchi Tunnels, Buddhist shrines, cultural centers and other sites. PAGE Copyright 2000. Nicole Rosenleaf Ritter. All rights reserved.