This is the birthplace of yoga! Filled with scores of ashrams and every kind of yoga and meditation Centre imaginable, it deserves to be the top stop on every yogi and yogini's list. TheAnanda Spa is a blissful destination for yoga and meditation, set amidst the picturesque Himalayas.

The rooms at this reputed Spa have been designed to let in the natural Himalayan light, and infused with a feel of the mountains. The interiors have been created in a minimalist style with essential furniture and walk-in closet. The wooden floors are a perfect fit for a mountain retreat, and the marble bathrooms complete with bathtubs facing tall windows offer magnificent views of the Himalayas. The independent patio balcony with a breathtaking view of the mountains, designed for visitors to relax or practice yoga, is a signature addition to the space.



Discern Tip: Visit during the annual International Yoga Festival, usually held in March, which packs in over 70 hours of yoga and meditation, along with motivational discourses by some of the finest yoga teachers in the world.