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Embassy of India Celebrates International Day of Yoga Across Portugal

Posted on: July 15, 2025 | Back | Print

Embassy of India Celebrates International Day of Yoga Across Portugal
 
On the occasion of the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY 2025), the Embassy of India in Lisbon orchestrated a vibrant series of celebrations across Portugal, spanning Lisbon, Montemor-o-Novo, Porto, and Horta in the Azores Islands.

Launch of Yoga by Hon’ble Speaker Shri Om Birla

The festivities began in Lisbon with the launch of the 10th-anniversary celebrations of IDY by Hon’ble Speaker Shri Om Birla, who participated in a “Miracle of Mind” meditation session guided by the voice of @SadhguruJV. This special event was organised by @IndiainPortugal in collaboration with @ishafoundation
 
At University of Lisbon

A key highlight was the collaboration with the League of Asian Studies to mark the 11th IDY at the University of Lisbon, where students enthusiastically participated in yoga sessions.
 
At Montemor-o-Novo

The spirit of yoga also reached young children in the Municipality of Montemor-o-Novo, where the Mayor and other dignitaries joined the celebrations, showcasing the growing integration of yoga into school curricula.
 
Belém Tower Gardens, Lisbon

Historic landmarks served as stunning backdrops for these events, including the iconic Tower of Belém in Lisbon, where over 100 participants joined a yoga session in association with the Portuguese Yoga Federation and Isha Foundation. Further embracing the practice of meditation, the Embassy organised a session on June 21st at the amphitheatre of @ChampalimaudF, in collaboration with @heartfulness.
 
Horta, Azores

In the Azores, a group of yoga practitioners and enthusiasts gathered on Faial Island to celebrate the International Day of Yoga in the city of Horta on 21 June 2025. João Mayura Silva led the guided yoga session. The event, organised in collaboration with the Embassy of India, marked a significant commemoration of IDY beyond mainland Portugal.
 
Porto

The Embassy of India @indiainportugal also organised a successful 11th International Day of Yoga event in Porto, with over 150 yoga enthusiasts in attendance. The programme included the popularisation of vegetarian (Satvik) cuisine, a dance workshop, and cultural dance performances, highlighting the holistic spirit of yoga and Indian culture.

These diverse events, featuring guided yoga and meditation sessions, saw enthusiastic participation from students, seasoned yoga practitioners, and the wider Portuguese community, reflecting the growing global embrace of yoga for health and harmony.
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