The International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh is one of the world's greatest annual celebrations of yoga — a week-long immersion in the ancient science of mind-body integration held every February or March. Organised by Parmarth Niketan, the festival draws thousands of practitioners from over 100 countries. Morning yoga sessions on the banks of the Ganga with Himalayan peaks visible above the forest create an atmosphere of serene power. Sessions cover virtually every style of yoga. Many sessions are free or low-cost, reflecting the egalitarian spirit of yoga. The festival has cemented Rishikesh's status as the global yoga capital.

•           The International Yoga Festival (IYF) is held annually in February-March in Rishikesh.

•           It is one of the world's largest and most celebrated yoga events.

•           The festival is organised by Parmarth Niketan ashram — one of Rishikesh's most prestigious spiritualinstitutions.

•           The week-long event draws thousands of participants from over 100 countries.

•           Sessions take place on the Ganga's ghats at sunrise with the Himalayan foothills as a stunningbackdrop.

•           The festival offers Hatha, Kundalini, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Sivananda, and other yoga styles.

•           Many sessions are free or very affordable, making the festival accessible to practitioners of all means.

•           Evening Ganga Aarti and classical music performances add to the deeply spiritual atmosphere.

•           The IYF has played a significant role in cementing Rishikesh's status on the global wellness tourismmap.

•           The festival is an important platform for exchange between Indian and international yoga communities.

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