| '''''Retreat Centers''''' are places operated with varying levels of [[material]] infrastructure, but all alike in serving as a place for [[truth]] seekers, pilgrims, [[worship]]ers, [[meditation|meditators]], e.g. anyone devoted to the [[adventure]] of a [[spiritual]] life. At retreat centers, the [[time]] and [[space]] available is usually spent in [[reflection]] and [[contemplation]], and not infrequently punctuated with celebratory music, dancing, and singing. There are as many such centers as varied as the persons who visit. With the advent of the [[Internet]], there are available online directories for persons looking for a place near them, wherever in the world they may be. Just a few are listed below. | | '''''Retreat Centers''''' are places operated with varying levels of [[material]] infrastructure, but all alike in serving as a place for [[truth]] seekers, pilgrims, [[worship]]ers, [[meditation|meditators]], e.g. anyone devoted to the [[adventure]] of a [[spiritual]] life. At retreat centers, the [[time]] and [[space]] available is usually spent in [[reflection]] and [[contemplation]], and not infrequently punctuated with celebratory music, dancing, and singing. There are as many such centers as varied as the persons who visit. With the advent of the [[Internet]], there are available online directories for persons looking for a place near them, wherever in the world they may be. Just a few are listed below. |