Greece has one more reason to become your next summer destination and that’s none other than yoga.
After reopening its borders to tourists and being declared one of the safest destinations for vaccinated travelers, the country is emerging as an excellent choice for yoga aficionados from all around the world.
From the magical coastlines and the traditional picturesque islands to the beautiful cities full of ancient history, Greece is the ideal place to practice yoga while immersing in the country’s rich culture.
Even though the Greek Church has expressed its discontent about the popularity that yoga has gained over the past years among Christians, Greece is full of beautiful yoga retreats that allow travelers to rejuvenate while enjoying the picturesque view of the Mediterranean Sea.
Summer Allows for Yoga at Mythological Sites
Spirituality has always been a part of the Greek culture: oracles, mythological sites and temples show that ancient Greeks were passionate about spiritual guidance and inner balance.
And that’s what yoga is all about. Yoga practitioners learn how to harness the power of their mind to reach a state of absolute calmness and awareness. Yoga is also a great antidote to stress. Breathing techniques along with stretching exercises help our body release accumulated tension and focus on the present.
A Magical Retreat in a Private Island
The Silver Island, located in Eboea, is a privately-owned earthly paradise. This place is ideal for travelers, who want to be surrounded by nature, while practicing yoga away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
“I can safely say that it was the best week I’ve had in a very long time, if not ever! Everything about the retreat was perfect; from the surreally beautiful island location to the delicious vegetarian food to the weather and of course the amazing yoga sessions,” famous British fashion blogger RosieGlow wrote, referring to her vay-cay to the Silver Island Yoga.
Euboea, aka as Evia, is also known for its crystal clear waters and surrounding mountains. The deep blue water of the Aegean sea is so clear that the bottom is visible from the surface even kilometres away from the shore.
Retreats all over Greece
Yoga retreats can be found all over the country. Travelers can combine their daily practice sessions with sightseeing and tours.
Whitewashed and blue-painted traditional houses on the islands, cosmopolitan towns and wineries in small villages give travelers plenty of options to immerse in the local culture after their daily yoga sessions.
The diverse landscape of the Greek islands gives yoga fans planty of options as to where they’ll practice: surrounded by verdant nature or crystalline waters, on sandy or pebbly beaches, on mountains with thick vegetation and breathtaking views.
