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Yoga takes you deep into the innermost recesses of the mind where the self or the real person resides, camouflaged by the forever flippant mind.
Yoga, literally means Union. An ancient Indian discipline, Yoga seeks to unite the individual soul (Jivatman) with the Universal soul or God (Paramatam) through rigorous mental and physical efforts.
The aim of Yoga is to enable the Yogi to transcend sense-perceived, temporary appearances, unrealities and attain a vision and an experience of the super-sensuous Divine Reality. The Challenge lies in transforming the inert (Tamasic) body to the level of vibrant (Rajasic) mind and then body and mind to be one with the serenity of the Self or Soul.
The Yoga, with the rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind and the harmony of the soul, creates the symphony of life.
Whether regarded as a performing art (Kala) or a science (Shastra), Yoga provides the finest system of education, for it brings out the best in a person. Only with Yoga, does emancipation (Moksha) seem so close...

Places of Interest
The Himalayan splendour that Uttar Pradesh is blessed with, attracts in all its facets. Travel from Rishikesh to other serene spots that will refresh your body, expand your mind and lift your spirit

DEHRADUN
Surrounded by lush green forests and hills, Dehradun has always been a favourite with the tourists. Dehradun, the district headquarter is located at an altitude of2200 feet above sea level in the picturesque Doon valley. it is endowed with a pleasant, moderate climate and is well- connected with other important places.

CHAKRATA
78 kms. A cantonment town in British India, Chakrata is abundantly blessed with natural beauty. Situated at 2153 mtrs., on a wooded ridge of the Kailana range, it offers a spectacular view of the northern ranges. Forests of conifers, rhododendrons and oaks are ideal for walks.

HARIDWAR
Literally meaning the doorway to the Gods, Haridwar is one of the holiest of all cities in Hindu religion. A dip in the clear waters of the sacred river Ganga is believed to puritY even the soul. Haridwar is .the venue for the Kumbh Mela, a mammoth fair held every 12 years.

DEOPRAYAG
An important centre of pilgrimage for devout Hindus. It is here that the aggressiye Alaknanda river merges with the gently flowing Bhagirathi.

CORBETT
One of the finest habitats of the tiger in India, the Corbett National Park nestles in the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttar Pradesh, in the area known as South Patlidun. With its varied topography, diverse flora and fauna and the natural splendour of its landscapes, the Park is a precious heritage. With elevations in Park ranging from 400m to 1210m there is a rich diversity in habitat. Animals of the Himalayas and those of peninsular India can both be seen here and over 50 mammal and 25 reptile species have been recorded at Corbett.

MUSSOORIE
Just 38 kms from Dehradun, Mussoorie offers views of both the Himalayan ranges to the north and the Shivaliks and plains to the south. This erstwhile aristocratic resort is now a popular hill station and promises variety of entertainment throughout the year. Landour retains much of the old world charm of the place.

RAIL : Dehradun, the last railway terminus, is 38 kms. From Mussoorie.

ROAD: Mussoorie is well connected by roads. Some major road distances are: Delhi -278 kms., Dehradun-38 kms., Rishikesh-85kms., Haridwar-100 kms., Shimla-276 kms., Chamba ( Garhwal) -50 kms.
RISHIKESH
Situated 24 kms, upstream from Haridwar, at the confluence. of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga, Rishikesh has long been a spiritual centre. Rishikesh has numerous ashrams, some of which are internationally recognised as centres of philosophical studies, yoga and meditation.

RAIL : Rishikesh is among the last railheads for Garhwal. Most trains terminate at Haridwar, from where Rishikesh is easily accessible by bus or tourist taxis. Some of the trains for Rishikesh are: 372 Down- Delhi - Rishikesh Passenger, Haridwar- Rishikesh Passenger and Shatabdi Express.

ROAD : Rishikesh is well connected by road, Delhi-238 kms., Haridwar-24 kms., Dehradun-42 kms., Mussoorie -77 kms., Yamunotri-288 kms., Gangotri-258 kms., Uttarkashi-l54 kms., Kedarnath-228 kms., Badrinath-301 kms., Badrinath301 kms., Chandigarh-252 kms.

YOGASANA
The realization of the self is the goal of life. And a healthy body is the medium through which this is done. That is why Yogic exercises or Asanas playa key role in Yoga. Asanas have a way of changing man's vision towards right thinking and right action so that no physical ailments torment, nor mental afflictions, affect him. Asanas are not just physical exercises as conceived by many. It is a physio-psychological and psycho-spiritual science and art. Asanas are postures or assumed positions of the body. To effect a certain posture in a particular manner with elegant carriage, demands ministration of mind. Adjustments and readjustments are done delicately to. get perfect harmony, balance and concord between the physical, physiological and spiritual health.
A few of the important Asanas are:

FORMS OF YOGA
Draw close to your true being through the practice of Yoga as taught in its various forms by ancient Gurus.

Hatha Yoga
Is through subjugation of body and channelizing the flow of energy (Prana) in the right direction towards self-knowledge.

Raja Yoga
Is the restraint of fluctuations in the consciousness (chitta)

Karma Yoga
It is a path of action without expectation of reward.

Bhakti Yoga
Path of devotion and surrender of oneself to God.

Jnana Yoga
Emancipation through spiritual books and knowledge.

Mantra Yoga
Experience of the Eternal through incoantation

Laya Yoga
Salvation through soundless sound by activizing the Spiritual Centres (Chakras) in the body.

DAY PROGRAMME
1-2-1999 Receiving of Delegates at the Aiport at Delhi.
Arrival of Delegates at Delhi office Departure from Delhi to RishikeshlMussoorie. Arrival at Cheetal Rest House for lunch.
Departure from Cheetal Rest House to Rishikesh/Mussoorie

Arrival at RishikeshlMussoorie and check in Registration and distribution of Yoga kits. Dinner 2-2-1999 Breakfast, inaugural ceremony. Lunch.
Initiation and Introduction of Yoga.
Tea Break.
Meditation and Pranayam etc.
Local sight seeing
Cultural Programme followed by dinner

3-2-1999 Universal prayer,Yoga Demonstration and practice of Asanas.
Tea/coffee break
Practice of Asanas and consultation for specific problems and remedies through YOGA
Lunch Break
Visit to HERBAL GARDENS / Ashrams

Prayanam and Dinner

4-2-1999 YOGA practice/Prayer & Demonstration
Lunch break
Prayanam and Meditation
Dinner

5-2-1999 YOGA practice/Prayer & Demonstration
Local sight seeing and souvenier
Lunch break
Prayanam and Meditation
Dinner

6-2-1999 Departure to Deoprayag/Chakrata.
Lunch at Deoprayag / Chakrata
Return journey.
Dinner

7-2-1999 Yoga practice/prayar and Demonstration
Lunch Break
Question answer session
Closing ceremony
Dinner

8-2-1999 Breakfast
Departure to Corbett National Park
Lunch Enroute
Arrival at Corbett National Park
Dinner and night stay at Forest Rest House/
KMVM Tourist Bungalow.

9-2-1999 Breakfast
Sight seeing in Corbett National Park with lunch at Forest Rest House/Dinner at places of halt Departure to Delhi by Bus

10-2-1999 Arrival Delhi (The End)