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Yoga: The path to world. It is based on the
spiritual and physical principles of balancing
well-being the five elements
Yoga, another ancient of nature within the
Indian practice, is body. Similarly, Unani
globally recognized medicine, which has its
for its physical, roots in ancient Greek
mental, and spiritual medicine, has been
benefits. It involves practiced in India for
a series of postures, centuries and focuses
breathing exercises, on maintaining health
and meditation, aimed through diet, lifestyle,
at achieving harmony and natural remedies.
and balance.
Tamil Nadu: The Land
Rishikesh: The Yoga of Siddha Medicine
Capital of the World The VaidyaGrama
Parmarth Niketan Healing village near
ashram in Rishikesh Coimbatore offers
offers yoga and traditional Siddha
meditation programs treatments along with
that attract thousands Ayurvedic Therapies
of international visitors in a natural and eco-
every year. The ashram friendly environment.
hosts the annual international yoga festival, where It’s known for treating chronic illnesses through a
yoga enthusiasts from all over the world gather to learn combination of diet, lifestyle changes, and herbal
from masters. Rishikesh’s reputation as a spiritual and remedies. Siddha medicine is lesser-known globally
wellness centre has made it a top destination for yoga but has a dedicated following among those aware of
tourism. The Ganga Aarti at the banks of the river its benefits. Tamil Nandu’s unique position in promoting
Ganges, combined with yoga retreats, creates a unique this ancient system has led to an increase in health
spiritual experience that draws visitors seeking both tourists seeking alternative treatments not available in
inner peace and physical wellness. the mainstream healthcare systems.

Siddha and Unani: Traditional Healing Systems
The Siddha system of medicine, predominantly practiced
in Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest medical systems in the

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