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All of those who love yoga know that they someday have to visit the very place from where it came from. These are the 10 best destinations for you to indulge in the practice in India.
1. Rishikesh
Located in the north of the Indian country and snuggled in the Himalayas, you’ll get to enjoy the cold and clear breeze, besides the amazing yoga. Rishikesh is located, more specifically, in Uttarakhand and besides having ancient religious sites and temples that are full of history and culture, it is known by many to be the yoga capital of India.
Rishikesh is often referred to as one of the holiest places in the country. The overall atmosphere reigns with calm, peace, and feels completely undisturbed. Quite the opposite of any city. This factor will be giving you the best concentration when practicing yoga. There are many yoga institutions located in this place and thousands of yoga lovers go there every year to live the whole experience.
2. Kerala
A paradise surrounded by lush palm trees giving you shadow and protecting you from the intense heat of the sun, Kerala is so divine it is often called God’s own abode. The place is gull of little houseboats, constantly gliding over the backwaters in harmony. If you are looking for comfort and calmness, this is the place to go to. Considering it has all the right ingredients for the sport, it is the perfect place to practice a little yoga. Many people visit the ashrams capital to release all the stress and worries when submerging into a unique yoga experience.
3. Goa
Party and relaxation both missed into one place to provide everyone with the perfect combination. In Goa, you will be able to enjoy calm, beautiful, balmy beaches. If you are looking for a calm experience and the opportunity to practice yoga ditch the crowded resorts and try what is known as the wellness resorts. In these, you’ll find yoga ashrams and Ayurvedic centers that other than having one of the most mesmerizing landscapes you’ll get to see in your lifetime, and an amazing weather, they will provide you with detoxification courses, yoga programs, and everything you need to heal your body from your day to day life.
4. Auroville
One of the most peaceful, spiritual, and calm locations that you can visit in India can be found spreading over Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry, and its name is Auroville. The place is particularly famous for being the house of the great Matrimandir. The Matrimandir is a beautiful golden sphere that is considered to be the soul of the city, and because of its spiritual importance, is also a great yoga destination. It is an attraction for all spiritual seekers that travel from many places just to go there. Its overall environment makes it the best place to relax and revive yourself in the process. Strengthening your mind and your health in this peaceful destination is a dream come true for many yoga lovers.
5. Dharamshala
This is the place where you go to learn everything there is to know about yoga. If you want to become a teacher, learn a specific type of yoga, or specific techniques, maybe you want to experience the different types of yoga there are that are not so common in other places, or whatever you want that is related to yoga. In Dharamshala, you are likely to find the answers to all your yoga questions and doubts. Just like the previous destinations, it provides noise and disturbance-free atmosphere. This location is also full of yoga ashrams, which is part of what makes it such an irresistible location for yoga and fitness lovers.
6. Delhi
The capital of India has something to offer to anyone who visits, and yoga lovers are no exception. The city is filled with yoga and meditation centers. Not only can you visit specialized ashrams on internal healing and spirituality, that offer you workshops for you to leave feeling at your best. Delhi is a place just worth exploring for the great amount of history it has within its limits, but the attractions for those who enjoy the art of yoga are way too many to miss out from.
7. Kolkata
A more traditional approach towards the sport is taken in this destination. If you feel like going back into the roots of the discipline, Kolkata is the perfect place for you to go to. The destination includes quite remarkable centers in which you can learn various forms of yoga and meditation in the most traditional way there is.
8. Maharashtra
Dream-like Maharashtra is not only home to the world-famous Bollywood but also houses some amazing retreat centers for those who want to heal through the discipline, and you can choose from a wide selection of naturopathy and yoga programs. You’ll also be able to access courses that will let you become a yoga teacher, you will even be officially certified in most of them. The next time you visit, make sure you indulge yourself in some yoga and allow for some internal healing.
9. Mysore
Located in South India, it is another wonderful destination to visit. Originally famous for the frequent pilgrimage, it is also popular for being house to one of the most preferred yoga destinations in the country. The ambience is very natural and authentic, which truly appeals to those who practice of the sport, not only that but the antique architecture that mixes with modern decorations can make a wonderful job when motivating you to practice all your yoga exercises.
10. Tamil Nadu
Finally, Tamil Nadu which is a center of rejuvenation centers, which include yoga and meditation courses. Surround yourself by the beautiful surroundings, the peaceful environment, and the west coast. Rejuvenate yourself in these lands in an overwhelmingly amazing way. Visit this place for a soul-cleanse, if you have been lacking positivity and well-being in your life lately you should definitely visit this destination.
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