Yoga teacher trainings pull a lot of crowd to places like Rishikesh and Bali which have become yoga hubs of modern times. But do you know you could also plan a yoga teacher training in Nepal?
Imagine – huge majestic Himalayas, lakes so high in the mountains, a place full of culture and colors and chants, above all, peace. This would be your experience if you choose to plan your next trip to Nepal.
A yoga course in Nepal is worth every minute of your time and resources because:
1. Less populated, making for a more authentic experience and tourist friendly environment
Nepal has a population of 28.6 million, which is far less in comparison to its neighbors. Nepali people are very tourist friendly and crime rate is almost negligible. If you are a female traveler who is travelling solo, you have fewer reasons to be hesitating in taking up your travel.Don’t be surprised if while hitch hiking in the hills, you are invited in a mud house by sparkling eyes and welcoming smile to have authentic, steaming hot and delicious “daalbhaat” (rice and lentil). This means that not only do you get to do your teacher training, you get experience, first hand, a whole new culture and way of life.
2. Most popular trekking destination in the world
You have surely heard about Mt Everest, and I doubt it needs a mention, however, did you know that Nepal has the 10 highest mountains out of the 17 highest mountain ranges in the whole world? With as many as 8 mountains higher than 8,000m and number of peaks higher than 6,000m, Nepal certainly tops the list of go to destinations for trekking and hiking. Several one-day hikes, 2 days hikes, 4 days hikes and many mountain sports programs are locally available and ridiculously low rates. Mountain trekking to the snowcapped Himalayas after your yoga teacher training is the best way to celebrate and make your yoga course in Nepal even more memorable.
3. Pure air and waterquality
Nepal has breathtakingly 37.4% of forest cover area which is way higher than other Asian country. Quality of air and water are very pure and safe. Fresh cool breeze and sparkling waters of lakes offer a perfect ambience to meditate and do your yoga practice in Nepal.
4. Smaller groups of students allows for a more serious environment for yogic studies
Nepal is slowly and gradually making its mark as a budding destination for yoga enthusiasts. Which means, as of now yoga tourism turn out in Nepal is relatively lesser than neighboring countries. This provides a very apt student-teacher ratio in yoga schools of Nepal, making your yoga teacher training more customized and personable.
5. Delicious Nepalese cuisine
Last but certainly not least, Nepalese food, is a reason to come to Nepal, in and of itself. The rich cultural diversity of Nepal is reflected in its food culture. The staple diet of Nepalese is “daalbhaat” and “tarkari” which equates to hot lentil soup served with boiled vegetables and rice. GMO-free greens and fruits will give you an experience of natural detox. Momos – Nepalese-style dumplings filled with vegetables and served with spicy sauce are also very popular. Tibetan and Indian influence is also widely seen. During your yoga teacher training program in Nepal, you will never get bored or tired of nutritious delicacies. Fresh fruits and vegetables are available in plenty at a very decent price and your body will be very thankful.
We could have listed so many other attractions like birth place of lord buddha, Tibetan monasteries, Paragliding, amazing world heritage sites, forest reserve parks and diverse wild life sanctuaries where rhinos roam freely – but the list is never ending. Nepal is not much explored and calls for sensible, thoughtful tourism. Holy mountains and blessed gompas wait for you to come and experience yoga in this land of yogis.
SalambaYoga offers yoga teacher trainings in Nepal. Yoga retreats in Nepal are also conducted along with short term yoga courses. Our yoga programs are very well structured and adhere to the guidelines of Yoga Alliance to give you the best of yoga experience in the holy land of Nepal.
Yoga School is situated in the beautiful lake city of Pokhara. Our yogshala is 10 mins walk from the iconic phewa lake and we offer training in a very personal and protected environment.
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