Spirituality - Driving in Sri Lanka https://drivinginsrilanka.com/what-to-do/spirituality/ Find out everything you need to know about driving in Sri Lanka from getting your permit to where to rent a car and tips & tricks for Sri Lankan roads. Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:44:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://drivinginsrilanka.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cropped-driving-sri-lanka-favicon-32x32.png Spirituality - Driving in Sri Lanka https://drivinginsrilanka.com/what-to-do/spirituality/ 32 32 Yoga in Sri Lanka https://drivinginsrilanka.com/what-to-do/spirituality/yoga-in-sri-lanka/ Mon, 26 Jul 2021 04:36:00 +0000 https://drivinginsrilanka.com/?p=439 Sri Lanka has been gaining popularity for Yoga tourism in recent years, although the practice of Yoga itself has been entrenched in Sri Lankan culture for many centuries. Yoga in Sri Lanka can be a healing and rewarding experience for travellers who wish to escape into the calm even for a short period. Home to some of the best Yoga retreats and instructors, Sri Lanka presents a holistic offering of Yoga, meditation, Ayurveda and overall wellness.

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Sri Lanka has been gaining popularity for Yoga tourism in recent years, although the practice of Yoga itself has been entrenched in Sri Lankan culture for many centuries. Yoga in Sri Lanka can be a healing and rewarding experience for travellers who wish to escape into the calm even for a short period. Home to some of the best Yoga retreats and instructors, Sri Lanka presents a holistic offering of Yoga, meditation, Ayurveda and overall wellness.

What Can You Expect?

True to local culture, most Sri Lankan Yoga retreats maintain a relaxed atmosphere and offer plenty of flexibility in terms of intensity and duration. Most instructors will be happy to work with each individual to create a plan that works for all levels of expertise, from beginners to more advanced experiences. All types of yoga are available in Sri Lanka, from Vinyasa to Pranayama, Hatha Yoga to Yin Yoga, Kundalini to Kriya. These sessions are available for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels.

Combined Experiences

The beauty of most Sri Lankan Yoga retreats is that they combine yoga with other local activities depending on the area. Locations in Southern Sri Lanka will often offer surfing lessons along with Yoga lessons. Ayurvedic therapy, meal guidance, cooking lessons and meditation are some valuable experiences commonly offered alongside Yoga in Sri Lanka.

Where to go

If you are looking for a Yoga experience that also brings you closer to the ocean, we recommend choosing a retreat in the South of Sri Lanka. The Talalla Retreat is a popular choice offering luxury accommodation and a premium Yoga and fitness experience.

The Salty Pelican Yoga & Surf Retreat in Hiriketiya provides a stunning location for Yoga and surfing on one of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka.

The Polwaththa Retreat in Kandy is a location hidden away in the mountains and offers a jungle Yoga experience along with activities such as reforestation and cooking classes.

The Prana Lounge in Colombo is equally popular if you are looking for a Yoga experience closer to the city. They offer Yoga sessions with highly qualified instructors as well as other wellness experiences and even teacher training for those with aspirations of becoming instructors themselves.

If you are interested in Yoga, regardless of your level of practise, Yoga in Sri Lanka will provide you with many opportunities to learn and expand your skill.

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Ayurvedic Treatment in Sri Lanka https://drivinginsrilanka.com/what-to-do/health-wellbeing/ayurvedic-treatment-in-sri-lanka/ Tue, 27 Oct 2020 12:51:54 +0000 https://drivinginsrilanka.com/?p=52 One of the oldest forms of medicine the world has ever known, this ancient cure of ills has been practised Sri Lanka for centuries. Tourists from every part of the world travel to Sri Lanka for Ayurvedic treatment and spa therapy offered around the island. Sri Lankan Ayurvedic offering includes a holistic experience including consultation with doctors, personalized health programmes and dietary plans.

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One of the oldest forms of medicine the world has ever known, this ancient cure of ills has been practised Sri Lanka for centuries. Tourists from every part of the world travel to Sri Lanka for Ayurvedic treatment and spa therapy offered around the island. Sri Lankan Ayurvedic offering includes a holistic experience including consultation with doctors, personalised health programmes and dietary plans.

What is Ayurveda?

The fundamental basis of ayurvedic treatment is to systematically collect all the toxins in the body and then to expel them effectively and as such, those who opt for ayurvedic treatment in Sri Lanka can expect a rejuvenating experience that will replenish their bodies. Ayurvedic treatment in Sri Lanka includes a wide variety of therapies depending on the need and includes the traditional abhyanga body massage for relaxation and blood circulation, the Ayurveda head oil application ideal for migraine headaches, stress relief, a renewed complexion and hair loss, Ayurveda facial and nasal treatments, herbal baths and steam baths among many others.

Where Can I Get Ayurvedic Treatment?

Among some of the most popular resorts offering ayurvedic treatment in Sri Lanka are Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions, Negombo, Siddhalepa Ayurveda Resort, Wadduwa, Talalla Retreat, Gandara, and the Ulpotha Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat Centre. For those seeking a more urbane and sophisticated Ayurvedic experience, there are many spas in Colombo, including Spa Ceylon, a local chain bearing the hallmark of luxury Ayurveda.

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