In recent years, the West has been buzzing with a wellness revolution, and at its heart lies the ancient wisdom of India. From yoga mats in Portugal to Ayurvedic retreats in Mexico, Indian wellness practices are infusing Western lifestyles with their holistic magic.
Yoga, the crown jewel of Indian wellness, has become a global phenomenon. What started as a spiritual practice in ancient India over 5,000 years ago has morphed into a multifaceted fitness regimen. Westerners have embraced styles like Vinyasa, Hatha, and Bikram and have simultaneously cultivated different versions of their own. Words like downward dog, sun salutations, and chakras have become ubiquitous now.
Meanwhile, Ayurveda, India’s holistic health system, is also weaving its way into the fabric of Western wellness. Proponents of the ancient science are popping up all around the world, advocating for India’s health system that uses panchakarma (5 actions), massages and herbal medicines to encourage health and well-being.
Turmeric lattes and ashwagandha supplements are now as common as green juices, and Ayurvedic spas are offering various treatments to heal one’s body. Even meditation—a practice that was viewed as something monks on mountaintops engaged in—is becoming more common now. Everyone, from CEOs to students, is discovering the transformative power of sitting still and turning inward—thanks to Eat Pray Love.
These practices that were so distinctively Indian have blended so well into Western culture that many don’t know where they originated from in the first place.
More than just a trend, this stands as a testament to the enduring allure of holistic health. Consequently, luxury resorts have now come up all over the world, offering people treatments to help them achieve their wellness goals. Here are 10 luxury wellness resorts where you can find India’s wellness practices…
Naviva, Four Seasons Resort, Mexico
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