Great Escapes Yoga, Book

Are you looking for a holiday destination that will leave you feeling relaxed and energised?

Find inspiration to soothe the soul in this updated collection of yoga retreats. Angelika Taschen presents the world's most exquisite locationsWe'll be travelling from the Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, to Santani, a 48-acre former tea plantation in Sri Lanka, where happiness meets the highest sustainable and ecological standards. Highlights include the Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh - one of the holy cities of the Ganges and a renowned pilgrimage site where the Beatles attended the Maharishi's ashram in 1968. Italy is not only a destination for the cultural and culinary traveller, but also for the dedicated yogi: Santa Maria del Sole in Puglia strikes the perfect balance between yoga and a sensual Italian lifestyle.
A hidden gem in the high plains of Brazil, Alto Paraíso is nestled in a lush rainforest, home to some of the world's most diverse flora and fauna. The Esalen Institute in Big Sur is a legendary New Age destination, offering yoga and much more, with over 500 spiritual and physical workshops; Kretashala, one of Europe's most popular locations for Vinyasa Yoga, offers authentic Cretan cuisine and breathtaking views of Libya's endless stretch of sea; while Amansala's Bikini Boot Camp in Tulum, Mexico, combines beach life with yoga classes.