Ida Hofmann (1864-1926) founded Monte Verità (mountain of truth) in Ancona Switzerland in the early years of the twentieth century circa 1900. The nanaturopathic community was influenced by the Lebensreform or life reform movement. The community was called Monte Verita Sanatorium and promoted healthy eating, exposure to sunshine and the philosophy of theosophy as well as naturism. 1 History and buildings of Monte Verità
Hofmann a trained pianist, conducted tours throughout Switzerland and wrote extensively on a variety of issues including women’s rights. 2Ida Hofmann (1864 – 1926)
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