Rishikesh's Legendary Shri Bharat Mandir
This is the entrance area of the historically significant Shri Bharat Mandir in Rishikesh – one of the most beautiful and ancient temples...
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Aug 20, 2019
Colour- & Meaningful: Prayerflags
Did you know that prayer flags originate in the Bon tradition, the ancient shamanic folk culture of Tibet? Bon predates the arrival of...
Aug 13, 2019
A warm welcome
When we start on the path of spiritual life, our physical health is an essential pillar. Even a householder needs to keep fit and healthy...
Aug 9, 2019
King Pigeon Pose (Sanskrit: Eka Pāda Rājakapotāsana)
It is a seated back-bending asana in modern yoga and one of the more challenging poses for which you need both stability and flexibility....
Aug 9, 2019
Ganga Ma
While Rishikesh belongs to India's TOP 3 most sacred cities (next to Haridwar and Varanasi) and has innumerous temples and ashrams, it...
Aug 5, 2019
Being attentive
“Live quietly in the moment and see the beauty of all before you. The future will take care of itself....” ― Paramahansa Yogananda photo:...
Aug 1, 2019
A Yogi Dog in awe of Ganga
“If Ganges is the mother, Himalayas is the father. One nurtures and nourishes, the other provides and protects.” ― Vinita Kinra, author...
Jul 26, 2019
The Vedas & Yoga
Perhaps the oldest written texts on our planet, India’s most ancient teachings The Vedas date back several thousands of years BC and...
Jul 24, 2019
Yoga – An Introduction
The word Yoga means union of the individual soul with supreme consciousness – of one's individual spiritual self, the Atman, with the...
Jul 22, 2019
Ministry for Yoga & Holistic Medicine
Did you know that the Indian Government has formed an entire Ministry for the propagation of Yoga and Holistic Medicine? The Ministry of...
Jul 19, 2019
Bound Side Angle Pose (Baddha Utthita Pasvakonasana)
This is a variation of Parivrtta Parsvakonasana and considered one of the most challenging standing poses. It requires your focus,...
Jul 16, 2019
With Love to Ganga Ma
A family‘s offering to #Ganga during the famous #Aarti ceremony in #Rishikesh: a diya (light), fresh flowers and incense afloat on a...
Jul 15, 2019
Monsoon Magic
As the main tourist and rafting season in Rishikesh is over, you can now experience the most natural, original side of Ganga. The current...
Jul 15, 2019
The Tikari Family
Detail from the facade of one of the oldest havelis / temple mansions in Rishikesh, located near Laxman Jhula. The entrance is titled:...
Jul 14, 2019
This world is your best teacher
“This world is your best teacher. There is a lesson in everything. There is a lesson in each experience. Learn it and become wise. Every...
Jul 13, 2019
Perfect Morning Stroll
A treasure in Rishikesh: Astha Path Walk. Ashta Path means “Way of Belief” and starting at the famous Triveni Ghat with its temples and...
Jul 12, 2019
Playfulness & Flow
A general reminder: Being playful at times is important too. Here you see Deepak Ji, one of our teachers in yoga flow with another...
Jul 12, 2019
Crane Pose (Sanskrit: Bakasana)
An intermediate level arm balance to strengthen your entire body. Toning especially arms and abs. Not to be confused with the Crow Pose...
Jul 11, 2019
Coconut: nutritious & meaningful
When you see vendors selling fresh coconut in Rishikesh, usually around Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula, would you believe that the coconut is...
Jul 11, 2019
Glorious Gayatri Mantra
Gayatri Mantra ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः । तत्स॑वि॒तुर्वरेण्यं॒ भर्गो॑ दे॒वस्य॑धीमहि । धियो॒ यो नः॑ प्रचो॒दया॑त् ॥ oṃ bhūr bhuvaḥ svaḥ...
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