Frequently Asked Questions
Nina Urku represents the main community project run by the Fuoco Sacro Association. Its name, which comes from Quechua and means "Mountain of Fire," is emblematic of the fusion of traditions and cultures that takes place in the Mount Etna volcano region. This project is not just an annual event, but an experience that embraces the very essence of spirituality, connection with nature and personal growth. Through Nina Urku, it seeks to cultivate a community that honors and integrates the ancestral wisdoms of Native American peoples with the richness of the Sicilian land, thus providing a unique and welcoming environment for self-exploration and transformation.
The Vision Quest represents an ancient practice that aims to provide clarity about one's life purpose through immersion in nature and detachment from the noise and distractions of daily life. This journey of self-exploration is designed to enable individuals to reconnect with themselves, community and the natural world, thereby rediscovering a sense of inner well-being and personal fulfillment. Through the Vision Quest, we seek to overcome the challenges of modernity and rediscover the ancestral wisdom that teaches us the importance of living in harmony with all relationships.
Being in harmony with all relationships is fundamental to individual and collective well-being. The Fuoco Sacro Association recognizes that our relationship with nature, with other human beings and with ourselves profoundly affects our health and our sense of fulfillment. Through mindfulness and mutual respect, we are able to cultivate deeper and more meaningful relationships that enable us to live more authentic and fulfilling lives.
The Vision Quest offers individuals the opportunity to dive deeply into nature and tune into the rhythms and energies of the natural world. This direct contact with the earth, sky and elements amplifies our senses, allowing us to perceive the beauty and wisdom around us more intensely and deeply. In this state of connection, the mind is free from the noise and distractions of modern life, allowing us to clearly perceive the purpose and instructions for a meaningful and authentic life.
According to the Fuoco Sacro Association, individual presence and prayer are fundamental to living a conscious and meaningful life. Taking time to reconnect with oneself and one's spirituality allows one to find inner peace and cultivate a sense of gratitude and appreciation for life. This mindful presence then becomes a form of prayer, manifested through daily actions and sharing love and compassion with the community and the world around us.