Maharishi Vedic City, Iowa
Our Village
A quiet, intentional community built on Vedic principles — who we are, how we live, and where we're going.
The Place
Maharishi Vedic City, Iowa
Maharishi Vedic City is an incorporated city in Jefferson County, Iowa — one of the only cities in the world founded on the principles of Maharishi Vedic Science. Every building in the city is required to be constructed according to Maharishi Vastu® architectural principles.
Vedic Village sits within this extraordinary setting — offering affordable, community-centered living surrounded by the rolling farmland and open skies of Iowa.
Day to Day
Life in the Village
Daily Group Meditations
Group meditation sessions in our dedicated meditation halls, open to all residents.
Knowledge Halls
Regular talks, lectures, and gatherings exploring Vedic knowledge and modern science.
Community Gatherings
Informal dinners, shared celebrations, and the kind of neighborly connection that's rare today.
Visiting Teachers
Special talks and workshops from visiting teachers, scholars, and wellness practitioners.
Vedic Celebrations
Seasonal festivals and Vedic celebrations observed as a community throughout the year.
The Land
Miles of Iowa countryside surrounding the village — for walks, reflection, and connection with nature.
Iowa countryside surrounding Maharishi Vedic City
Coming Next
Where We're Going
Community Dining Facility
A shared dining space for residents — nourishing food, shared meals, and a natural gathering point for the community.
Village Store
A community store offering organic and Vedic goods, reducing the need to travel for everyday essentials.
Fitness & Wellness Center
Yoga, fitness, and wellness facilities available to all residents, supporting the active, healthy lifestyle Vedic Village is built around.
Expanded Shared Amenities
Additional shared spaces, gardens, and community infrastructure as the village grows and thrives.
The Bigger Picture
Be Part of Something Being Built
Maharishi's vision for Vedic Villages was a complete community — one where residents don't just live near each other, but actively support each other's growth, health, and happiness. A place where ancient wisdom and modern life coexist naturally.
Vedic Village in Maharishi Vedic City is one of the first expressions of that vision in North America. What we're building here matters beyond this community — it's a demonstration that this kind of living is possible.
If that resonates with you, there's never been a better time to get involved — as a renter, a homeowner, or simply someone who wants to be part of something meaningful.
Built on Vedic Principles
The organizing principle of Vedic Village isn't a set of rules — it's a shared orientation toward consciousness, nature, and the quiet life. Maharishi's vision for communities like this was simple: when people live in alignment with natural law, collective health, happiness, and harmony follow naturally.
Whether you practice Transcendental Meditation or simply value peace and intentionality, Vedic Village is designed to support you.
The Founder's Vision
"Sthapatya Veda gives dimensions, formulas, and orientations to the buildings that will provide cosmic harmony and support to the individual for his peace, prosperity, and good health. Daily life in accord with Natural Law, daily life in the evolutionary direction."
— Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
Visit the Maharishi Vedic City website