Tag: Travels
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A short review about Besakih Temple and Balinese Hinduism
Besakih is the main, oldest and holiest Hindu temple in Bali, among the more than 10.000 temples that exist on the island. Located on the slopes of the volcano Agung, it was founded in the VIII century by Rsi Markandeya, an East Indian priest who spread Hinduist teachings on the island, although it is considered…
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Beauty in chaos: free interpretations of the traffic jam in Mysore
The way of getting the real thing about the places is to spend time there, doing nothing special; just sitting on the street, looking at the people. Scooters in Mysore can carry the most strage things: gas cylinders; a big pile of carpets full of colours, almost covering the view of the driver; a red parasol;…
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Not only asana: open your mind as your body
Although you have plenty of free time, being here in Mysore is a strong challenge: a great work on tapas (discipline) to hold you up, and also a big work on ahamkara, the part of the mind we know as ego; a task of dis-identification and letting go of preconceived ideas about oneself. To immerse…
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Diary of Mysore: first week
My first week practicing with Sharatji is over, and it´s been almost two weeks since I arrived in Mysore, India. It was a good idea to arrive a few days before starting. Now I am used to being here, the energy of this place has become familiar and I´ve already learnt how to drive a…
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Tips for women travelling by themselves in India
When preparing for a trip to a different culture, women have specific things to keep in mind, besides the passport, money and debit card: travelling alone in a safe manner. Even if you are used to moving around by yourself, not knowing some cultural guidelines may expose you to unnecessary situations. In this article are…
A little fire 