Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Located just 90km from Mumbai, Govardhan Eco Village is nestled in over 100 acres of the lush Sahyadari hills. The eco-village is home to around 250 residents and houses organic farms, a yoga school, an Ayurveda centre and an animal shelter.
In November, join well-known author and yoga acharya Ira Trivedi for a curated four-day retreat where you can immerse yourself in daily yoga, pranayama, and meditation practices, complemented by insightful and easy-to-follow lessons on leading a sattvic life. This retreat is perfect for those beginning their wellness journey, while also offering a peaceful escape close to the city. Where: Govardhan Eco Village, Galtare, Hamarapur, Maharashtra; from 8 - 11 November.
For details, call 9920996069. Trimurti Garden Café & Homestay will be hosting a yoga retreat focussed on exploring the various states of yogic consciousness in early November. The retreat will be led by Mihir Jog, an experienced practitioner trained at the Yoga Institute in Mumbai, and Harshvardhan, who holds a master’s degree in yogasastra. Attendees can expect engaging discussions on the cycles of dreaming, sleeping and waking, complemented by daily yoga practice that includes eye exercises like tratak and concentration techniques.
Long sessions dedicated to asana, pranayama, and yoga nidra will provide an opportunity to recharge tired senses. The homestay is conveniently located near popular attractions such as Bhagsu Fall, Tibetan Museum, and Naddi View Point, and guests can explore Dharamshala and McLeodganj between classes. Where: Trimurti Garden Café & Homestay, Dharamkot, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh; from 8-13 November.
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