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There’s something poetic about stretching towards the sky with centuries of history behind you. On International Day of Yoga , Delhi’s ancient monuments became more than just silent spectators of time – they transformed into the perfect backdrop for breath, balance, and body. Practising yoga in the open, surrounded by greenery and stone-carved domes, adds a visceral depth to the experience. The natural light, the gentle breeze, and the earthy smell of grass all heighten awareness – anchoring you in the moment. The body tunes in, the breath slows, and nature becomes your silent guide. Yoga amid monuments isn’t just about the ‘gram-worthy’ aesthetics – it’s about grounding oneself in a space that has weathered centuries.


Members of the SarvYogic Group – Minakshi Das, Rinku Yadav, Harveer, Vijay Yadav, Namita and Palak Sharma – performed acro yoga poses, blending strength with serenity. From two-person counterbalances to gravity-defying triple formations, each pose echoed intention
“When the feet touch the ground, blood circulation becomes better. Yoga asanas such as Tadasana, Vrikshasana, and Surya Namaskar, have optimal benefits when done outdoors. Fresh oxygen improves lung function, and the sunlight uplifts the mood,” says yoga expert Vijay Yadav, co-founder of SarvYogic Group.



Practising yoga in the open, surrounded by greenery and stone-carved domes, adds depth to the experience. N Radha Arora, a yoga expert explains how it helps: “Yoga in nature nourishes the mind, body and spirit through movements and breathwork. It leads us to a mental space where we cherish ourselves and our connection with the external world.”


Aligning the movements with elements of nature like water, air, soil can be healing. Pooja Gautam, an aqua yoga expert, says, "Yoga in water is not just exercise - it’s a somatic conversation with the nature. It is profoundly healing as the gentle resistance of water supports the body, and soothes the mind. In this space, movement becomes meditation, as breath aligns with water’s rhythm."


"Nature, as we all know, is a healer in itself. Practicing outdoors in nature brings immense benefits to our practice. It increases the prana shakti in us," says yoga therapist Abhishek Paul, adding, "The interaction with natural elements such as the feeling grass under the feet, the touch of wind on our skin, smell of the flowers and the morning freshness activates our soul."
Locations where Delhiites can go to practice yoga outdoors

• Raj Ghat
• Lodhi Garden
• Sanjay Van
• Arun Jaitley Park
• Sunder Nursery
• Golden Jubilee Park (near ISBT)