Yoga has been described as: “a set of physical and mental exercises, originally from India, intended to give control over the body and mind”. Others comment that it is also intended to achieve the union of oneself with God through a physical, spiritual, and mental discipline labeling it a discipline of wonders and marvelous results.
Even though the current yoga practices have developed a more “posture-based physical fitness” it still holds parts of the authenticity of its origins and the people who learn it are always looking for more epic experiences in any kind of shape and color and the people who teach it are always looking for a more pure way of introducing it to our lives. It does sound pretty neat, doesn’t it? But then again, the question is why in Costa Rica?
A magical place in Central America
Costa Rica has been a hidden gem in the American continent for many years, it is hard to believe that there are still people who often forget the existence of this natural heaven and the highest-ranking Spanish-speaking country in the World Happiness Report. Fortunately for some, there is no other place in the world like Costa Rica and it happens to be that a handful of them are Yoga experts and enthusiasts of the discipline. With attractive ideas, unique experiences, a one-of-a-kind location, and the charming lifestyle they lead they have managed to pique the natural curiosity of a few and ultimately led to the unprecedented interest in the fertile land and greenish landscape covering the Costan Rican soil.
Being well known in the yogi demographic thanks to its well-nurtured forests, calm sounds, and thriving wildlife Costa Rica is a perfect place for people who are looking to enjoy some nature-based experiences and of course enjoy some free time and interesting outdoor activities that surely highlights the beauty of nature and the wildlife in Costa Rica.
People did not hesitate at the thought of this and saw an opportunity to mesh nature and a discipline reaching their coming of age status which led to incredible retreats and wellness centers to be established in the evergreen and friendly Costa Rica.
It’s evergreen and friendly
A well-known ecosystem and wildlife that challenges that of those bigger countries in the American continent, Costa Rica’s nature is so vast and full of life that people are always amazed by it.
Over 27% of the environmental areas are protected therefore nature’s touch is always present and will continually be. This itself has helped to create an idea of wellness with a nature-induced dash like the ‘forest bathing’ approach; a marvelous concept crafted by the Japanese where it is intended for people to connect to nature through their senses, this has proven to be great in people’s lives as it reduces fatigue and anxiety levels whilst improving vigor; something that a particular demographic finds interesting… Yes, Yogis!
It is no hard to feel inspired or elevated in this slice of heaven on earth, the synergy between nature and Yoga is almost untraceable, there is no fluctuation or clash and it’s probably because Yoga has been linked to a wild nature essence for years, it is hard to think about Yoga and stop your train of thought of arriving at the single idea of a nature-inspired discipline. With evergreen trees rising to the balconies of many lodges and cabins, the swishing sound of the air flowing through the wood cracks of trees, and leaves as well the ever-flowing mixture of smells from different plants and rain-soaked dirt Costa Rica is the perfect place to discover yourself and all the incredible things it has yet to show you.
Suitable for all tastes
Diversity exists in the forests with its large wildlife and the local kitchens, with the customary colorful cuisine the central and south America has. Costa Rican food is known to be well balanced in nutrition thanks to the environment of the region, offering fresh products for all the dishes served at the table.
People say a healthy lifestyle is also a happy lifestyle and there is truth to it, here it will be easy for you to live by that concept as the food category in Costa Rica is well catered! From the common ground produced grains easily found and the fresh fruits that are very accessible and very frequent at the dining table from colorful mangoes to the less known sour guava, there will be never a lack of variety when going to the market, there are many options from where you could choose and enjoy full fantastic meals in your yoga retreat without fearing the decimation of your ongoing diet -but again, who needs a diet?
And for coffee, do not haste, Costa Rica has all the beans for you -never said better-. Famously exported by many coffee brands and with a strong reputation internationally, coffee is a religion here and one that many people follow thoroughly, if you are one, do not worry, you will be perfectly provided for in this area because there is always something for someone and of course, everything here is made with the most care and love
It’s here for all
Practicing yoga can be life-changing, for some it meant not more back pain, for others a more eased state of mind, for another a successful way to cope with the stress of their busy lives, and others simply seek more peace and a healthy lifestyle, meaning that even the most unexpected person you can meet can be a yoga enthusiast because there is no set standard of who can enjoy it or who can do it and the universal truth is that many people take rejoice in practicing this fantastic discipline in unique parts of the world, to connect, to feel, to breath and to let go and doing it whilst you get to discover such an incredible place like Costa Rica it is an opportunity that if its offered to you, don’t let it slip through your fingers! At first, it might seem naturally overwhelming, with the dominant biodiversity, virgin beaches, surf heavens, colorful cuisine, and many wellness retreats for you to ease the body and mind so yeah... It could be hard to disconnect from your hectic world to connect with yourself in the beginning but soon you’ll realize that doing any kind of activity in Costa Rica is the best idea you could ever come up with.
Ticos will surely welcome you gladly, because, again, it’s not about why in Costa Rica? But rather, why not? Yoga is not a thought process, it is a soul-driven one and the best way to nurture your soul might not be through long-witted blog posts like this one -joke’s on us- or ingenious youtube videos but a particular place or a particular moment where you can find your inner self without distractions, without worries and a big plus for this is that Costa Rica’s nature will sure come along with you in every morning routine, every freshly brewed coffee, every table of fruit and all the great moments you will surely have there, so… What are you waiting for? It’s right here!
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