Sri Lanka

Discover the beauty of Shankra Festival 2022 in Sri Lanka: located in the wild vegetation, be prepared to be amazed by pristine landscapes, mesmerising beaches, ancient heritage and culture. Be part of our international gathering and start this seven-day adventure into psychedelic trance music, discovering exciting sounds, enriching activities, and local traditions.

CRAZYWISE Documentary: Psychosis & Spiritual Awakening

Jun 11, 2021 | Shankra Sri Lanka

We are glad to announce that the projection of the documentary film Crazywise produced by Mr. Phil Borges will take place at Shankra Festival Sri Lanka 2022!

How can mental balance be linked to spirituality? Is it possible to address psychosis through a sort of spiritual awakening? The movie director and researcher Phil Borges researched these and other topics in this breathtaking documentary, which will be screened at Shankra Festival Sri Lanka 2022.

In his words: “the documentary film CRAZYWISE explored what we can learn from individuals in tribal and indigenous cultures who have turned their psychological crisis into a positive transformative experience.”

Since the release of the film, Phil Borges and his team have interviewed dozens of individuals In Europe and North America who have spoken of a profound feeling of connection to everyone and everything during their psychological crisis. Several who have successfully navigated their crisis have awakened to a deeper sense of compassion and empathy and found more meaning, purpose and direction in their lives. How does this happen? Some exciting discoveries, in the world of Neuroscience and the renaissance in psychedelic research, point to a possible explanation. Phil Borges’ presentation will include some of the new and exciting work that is bridging the gap between Science and Spirituality in the world of mental health.

Location

Shankra Festival 2022 will be located in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka.

Music

We begin a new journey, always driven by our love for music. Exploring the realms of Psychedelic Trance, you will have the chance to feel immersed in exciting sounds and musical experimentations.

Participate

We believe that every human being can contribute to the creation of something unique by expressing their talents, skills and knowledge. Connect with us by sharing your competences!

Children's Village

It would not be a connective experience without including one of the most important elements of our lives, family. Spend time with your children, surrounded by nature: cultivate with them a curious mindset, through the diverse activities organized in the Children's Village.

Workshops

Inspiration is the primary source of action: we find something new that awakes our interest, that becomes enthusiasm and may change our daily routine. Get inspired with our program of workshops and activities: you will have the chance to learn new and exciting skills, training your body and feeding your soul.

Lectures

Knowledge is the most precious value we can gain. Through knowledge, we can get in touch with deep meanings and unexpected connections that can change our perception of reality. Enrich your personal culture by following our program of lectures: a broad range of topics will be addressed, covering different areas of interest.

Live Painting

The most powerful way of creating is using our imagination. Sharing our visions with people is like selling plane tickets to our personal world: you will be able to travel through the artistic expressions of painters and creators, presented in a unique environment.

Healing Practices

Reconnecting with your body, touching inner spots and cleaning your spirit is sometimes a much-needed process that we tend to underestimate in our daily routine. At Shankra Festival, discover techniques to consciously work towards a deeper understanding of yourself, your spirit and the planet with the precious help of worldwide healers.

Theatre

We can explore much about ourselves, through watching somebody else's interpretation of reality. Theatre is not just a show to enjoy, it is a journey inside human nature. Explore innovative point of views and discover the emotional approach of life through our theatre program.

Cinema

Watching a movie can be a profound transformative experience: we observe, we learn, we feel and we come out with new ideas that modify our interaction with reality and people around us. Find new inspiration and get in touch with the work of visionary directors from around the world.

Performance

Expressing what we have inside is the engine that makes us create. At Shankra Festival we want to showcase diverse performances, from dance shows to theatre acts, fire performances and juggling exhibitions.