Phool Chatti Ashram, Rishikesh

Phool Chatti Ashram is located on the banks of the Ganges River near Rishikesh but far enough away to be secluded in nature. In the past, this was a place for weary travelers on their pilgrimage. Today, they still maintain their traditional character while also providing minor comforts for the western traveler. The ashram has…

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Phool Chatti Ashram, Rishikesh

Our new day in the Phool Chatti Ashram started with a photo session of this wonderful place. Initially Lalita was not very fond of letting us go around the compound taking photographs and interacting with students, but the feeling got more relaxed after a short while. Coni ended up taking group pictures with all the yoga students, first with his…

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Complete yoga in Rishikesh: pranayama, asanas, meditation, philosophy, group chanting

We accepted Swami Veda’s invitation and stayed in the ashram for the night. It was a spontaneous decision, and we had to buy some toothbrushes on the spot. It was a great idea, we could see the full morning programme, which started at 5am with pranayama, asanas and meditation. After breakfast we visited the research center where we…

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