Rishikesh

Rishikesh, India: welcome to the yoga capital of the world!

I spent over 2 weeks here taking an intense yoga course, wandering around the markets and watching the abundance of activities that happen on the holy Ganges river.

Again, its a hard experience to explain so I'll let the photos speak for themselves:

Taking a peak at Ramana's organic garden/orphanage/school.

BANGLES!

Prem Baba @ Parmarth Ashram during evening pujas/prayers. Filmed for Guru Tv- yes it does exist...


Taking a holy dip in the frigid Ganga!



Making pujas to float down the river.


Ricky shows off his Chakrasana (aka Wheel Pose) @ Trika Agamayoga.

The Dali Lama shows up with his spiritual posse! And amidst all the chaos of the ceremony, loud music, formalities and crowds he remains calm and peaceful.

His warm, compassionate smile warmed my heart and taught me that when there is much activity the soul can remain still, present and at peace. A beautiful last evening in Rishkesh...