• N K Hiregoudar
• Dr.K Krishna Sharma

India is the land of Yoga and other traditional sciences. Among these, Yoga is one of the most ancient psychosomatic training known to the human beings for the promotion of both the physical and mental health. The contributions of Indian yoga masters profusely influenced the development of this spiritual discipline across the world. The efforts of the propagation and promotion of the principles and practices in the curriculum of yoga is significantly contributing for the promotion of the sustainable tourism in India. Yoga is essentially a spiritual science, it is a base for ethical life, accessing the teachings are great means for the revival of the heritage and ancient tradition of the country. It is an opportunity to inculcate the values, principles of ethics. It is potential in the promotion of peace and harmony in the life. Applications of Yogictechniques are contributing a lot for the health care systems. The preventive, promotive and curative aspects of yoga as natural health care measures for the promotion of positive health and in the management of the various psychosomatic and lifestyle diseases.These are widely appreciated in the area of medical tourism. Yoga holidays and retreats in India are wonderful opportunities for this personal self-empowerment and growth. These programs are great to inculcate healthy lifestyle to learn the science and art of healthy living. These training programs coupled with Ayurveda, significantly contribute for the wellness tourism in India. The teachings of yogic life inspired many of the people in the west. Every year many foreign students visit India to join Yoga teacher training courses. The diversity in the Yoga traditions is of great significance for the study and practice of yoga in India.The heritage cities like Rishikeshand Haridwar as well as Dharmasala, Mysore, Gokarna ,Goa and few places in Kerala are the most popular destinations of residential yoga courses for western students. Unique geographical features and the salubrious climate, verdant nature of the Himalayas with panoramic view and other scenic destinations of the country make the learning of Yoga as rewarding experience to the visitors. The current paper focuses on the opportunities and challenges in the field of yoga for the promotion of sustainable tourism in India

Yoga, Tourism, Lifestyle, Health care, Heritage

"Yoga and its Potential in Indian Tourism Development", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 9, page no.b171-b175, September-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2309121.pdf

"Yoga and its Potential in Indian Tourism Development", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 9, page no. ppb171-b175, September-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2309121.pdf