Yoga tourism surges in India as travellers seek spiritual retreats

Yoga tourism surges in India as travellers seek spiritual retreats

Increasing spiritual tourism millennials seek stress relief and cultural exploration.

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Mumbai: The ancient Indian custom of Yoga is a priceless gift. It represents mental and physical union, as well as thought and action, constraint and fulfilment, and man-nature balance. In fitness, Yoga is the new cool, and there's no denying that it is and will continue to rule the fitness world. People have started prioritising their mental health as a result of to increase in the number of spiritual tourism. Travellers are keen to visit destinations that are yoga centres such as  Uttarakhand, Dharamshala, Varkala, Rishikesh, and Mysuru as these places offer the experience of yogi life and be close to the basics, to nature, and a fitter version of yourself.

Due to the increase in stress levels after the pandemic, millennials and younger adults are now opting for more prominent religious and spiritual sites to recharge their minds to cope with the negativity. As there is an ease in travel, people are looking for an escape from the sweltering bustle of city life, and want to spend time amid nature. One of the most crucial first steps is finding a place which will give you relaxation and you can pay more attention to once mental health. Travel confidence in India has increased, as evidenced by a significant rise in spiritual tourism. There is a zest in travellers to explore the spiritual destination of India compared to other places. In a  recent survey by Mahindra Holidays & Resorts  ‘India Quotient,’ Indians’ surprising lack of knowledge of our own country, its diversity, vastness, culture, heritage, and cuisines was revealed in new research  from which  the finding says

More than a fifth of the respondents (21 per cent) associate with the role of the ‘Modern Pilgrim’ who would want to see the religious and sacred sites as  part of their holiday

One in every six respondents (17 per cent) assume the role of the ‘Culture Vulture’ stating they would want to learn about the history and culture of every place we visit.