Rejuvenating Yoga Sessions @ Ganga Kinare

July 16, 2014
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-A getaway filled with mysticism on the banks of the holy Ganges
Serene locations and  magnificent view of the Ganges have always lured travelers. Sitting pretty amidst the holy city is Ganga Kinare, that gives guests a panoramic view with an unpretentious service.
Located on the banks of the awe inspiring, tranquil River Ganges, Ganga Kinare– the riverside boutique
hotel in Rishikesh, offers exquisite Yoga ​p​ackages for you to experience spiritual rejuvenation with yoga and meditation. This delightful retreat offers dedicated yoga and meditation practices with the famous Yoga instructor- Akhilesh Pandey who has his expertise in Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation and Yoga Nidra.
The hotel has in store the most exquisite yoga itinerary for its gests, assuring the most enchanting experience. Personal session with each person is scheduled on Day 1 to design their meal plan and suggest ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ for the next 2 days. On Day 2, yoga session in the morning starts 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 60 minutes after sunrise. During the session, guests are made to practice various yoga postures and techniques taught that includes Joint Movements– Neck Rotation, Shoulder Rotation, Wrist movement, Ankle Rotation, Knee bending, Half Butterfly, Full Butterfly; Asanas (Postures) like Crocodile, Half Cobra, Child pose, Palm tree pose, Swing Palm-tree pose; and Breathing like Deep Breathing, Anulom- Vilom. 
The morning yoga session is followed by a special Yogic Breakfast, after which the guests can plan their day by either partaking in various other activities in Rishikesh like river-rafting or jungle safari or simply indulge in sight-seeing. On the final day, i.e., Day 3, guests attend the final morning yoga session which is followed by the post program consultation with the yoga expert. The postures and techniques taught on this day include Joint Movements like Neck Rotation, Shoulder Rotation, Wrist movement, Ankel Rotatio, Knee bending, Half Butterfly, Full Butterfly; Asanas (Postures) like Crocodile, Half Cobra, Child pose Palm tree pose, Swing Palm-tree pose, Rowing boat pose, Churning mill pose, Raised leg pose, Shalabhasan; and Breathing like Kapalbhati, Anulom- Vilom, Bhramri.
The Yogic meals are served at ‘Holywater’, the in-house restaurant overlooking the Ganges that is set in a peaceful setting by the riverside and serves delightful vegetarian dishes capturing the essence and flavour of the region. The special Yogic Breakfastmenu features Natural flavoured Tea-Organic, Ginger, Tulsi, Mint, Lemon etc.; Fresh Juices – Grapes, citrus fruits, bitter gourd, gooseberry, apple, carrot, beetroot, etc.; Beans: Sprouted beans and peas salad, baked beans; Milk based: Porridge, cornflakes; Boiled/ Roasted vegetables: carrot, beans, yam, potatoes, beet root, sweet potato etc.; South Indian: Uppma (sooji, sago), roti of kuttoo, pongal, idli, uttappam with chutneys.; Wheat steam cake, rice steam cake.
The guests also gets to indulge in the lavish Yogic dinner that features Vegetable soups (ginger and black pepper flavored); Bhurthas; Dry chapattis with chopped spinach, onion, garlic, mint, coriander, etc.; Par boiled vegetables -carrot, beans, cabbage, beetroot, potatoes; Cut fruits – Seasonal; Roasted – Potatoes, beetroot, yam etc. Both meals are to be suggested and designed by the in-house expert.
Often touted as ‘the world capital of Yoga’, the city of Rishikesh and Yoga have an eternal bond strengthened across thousands of years. Hermits and sages from ancient times till date have adopted Rishikesh as their abode to meditate, master this art form and get closer to attaining enlightenment. With the holy Ganges and the mountains forming a backdrop, the resort is the epitome of spirituality. Its serene environment is a perfect platform for guests to make the transcendental journey into meditation. In association with renowned Yoga gurus, guests can practise this art form with the most veteran teachers, right in hotel’s garden overlooking the mighty river. Guests can take group workshops or daily morning lessons and can choose from a range of base styles for beginners, to complex routines for the experienced.
Beyond the yoga packages and a multiple yoga sessions, the hotel has also played host to the coveted ‘International Yoga Week’ nine times in recent years, and continues to be a pivotal space for Yogic gurus to impart their teachings. As the hotel boasts of a waterside esplanade, guests can take a complimentary Riverside Nature Walk to Triveni Ghat alongside the graceful river, wrapped in their own fancy. The exclusive river ghat owned by the hotel allows guests to indulge in the daily morning and evening Ganga Aartis and also to take a dip in the holy waters any time of the day, with special arrangements made. The 38 splendid river facing rooms are a sheer bliss for those looking for peace, tranquility and splendor. The in-house Mandir/temple in the plush garden of the hotel also caters to any special requests for performing pujas and religious ceremonies, beyond the daily rituals.

So, pack your bags and head to Ganga Kinare for a weekend full of spirituality, meditation, yoga and rejuvenation! 

 
   

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