The Amazing Annual International Yoga Festival of Rishikesh

The world has recently woken up to the benefits of yoga. Yoga is a treat for both the body and the mind. It works on the principle of unifying our souls and bodies. Its benefits include increased physical fitness, concentration and peace.

For access to breathtaking yoga classes in multiple styles for over seventy hours, the International Yoga Festival, is a must visit. Held in Rishikesh annually, there are classes taught by globally renowned teachers. Tourists and travellers are guaranteed peace and self-introspection here. Routines start as early as 4.30 am and there are classes, lectures and presentations to keep you absorbed.

With special benefits such as a traditional Indian meal, the awe inspiring evening aarti on the banks of the Ganga and the cultural programs, this festival promises to be a unique experience. A grand lunch is provided between 12.30 and 3.30 pm for participants. Alongside, the river aarti experience is guaranteed to put you in touch with your divine self. Post the 7.30 pm dinner, the cultural program comprises campfires, dancing, songs, satsang and even more! The day is rounded off by 9 pm.

This festival will give you a chance to find out the eight limbs of yoga practice. There are reputed teachers dealing with multiple schools of yoga. These include Kundalini Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Power Vinyasa Yoga and Kriya Yoga among others. This festival also gives you an opportunity to learn and interact with divine spiritual healers and saints.

This annual event is the brainchild of the Parmarth Niketan Ashram which is a just an hour away from Dehradun by car. You will also get comfortable accommodation at the ashram itself. This comes coupled with modern amenities which are sure to make this a special experience for tourists. So, be prepared to soak in a unique travelling odyssey at the International Yoga Festival.

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arching up into the dusk, and above it, the enormous western flank of Trishul. One of the larger Bugyal (meadow) in Uttarakhand, Bedni is also a major way-station on the Nanda Raj Jaat Yatra, a ritual procession held every 12 years.


Bedni Bugyal is a charming green meadow adorned with flowers in a spell binding varieties, in full bloom. There is a small lake situated in the midst of the meadow, where Tarpans are offered by the devotees. Situated nearby is a small temple where the devotees pay there obeisance, during their halt at Bedni Bugyal.

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