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Yoga gathers 50 practitioners at Iguazu Falls
Marco Três newsroom · edited by Annie Grellmann
India's ambassador joins International Yoga Day celebration
A collective yoga session took place on Saturday (20) in Iguazu National Park, Foz do Iguaçu, with about 50 participants and the presence of India's ambassador to Brazil, Dinesh Bhatia. The activity was part of the International Yoga Day program, celebrated annually on June 21.
Practice at the Falls viewpoint
The activity, held at the former park helipad viewpoint, featured the theme "Yoga for Healthy Aging." According to municipal Secretary of Government Gabriel Rugoni, the event highlights the growing ties between Foz do Iguaçu and India, blending nature, spirituality and balance.
Importance for local tourism
Municipal Secretary of Tourism Jin Petrycoski emphasized that both yoga practice and Iguazu National Park provide significant well‑being, reinforcing the city's capacity for transformation through events like this.
Tribute to the Ambassador
After the practice, Dinesh Bhatia received a live‑painting artwork created by the Cultural Association of Plastic Artists of Foz do Iguaçu (ACAPI).
Program continues
The celebration began on Thursday (18) with an open session for the community at the Youth Center (CEJU). On Sunday (21), starting at 10 a.m., a large yoga session will be held at YupStar, the Ferris wheel located next to the Three Borders Landmark, with free participation and led by professionals from the Foz do Iguaçu Yoga Association (AYFI).
Date context
International Yoga Day was established by the United Nations (UN) in 2014. Foz do Iguaçu has been holding the event since 2021, and the date is part of the municipality’s official calendar through Municipal Law No. 5.258/2023.
Source: https://www.foz.pr.gov.br/dia-internacional-do-yoga-reune-praticantes-no-parque-nacional-do-iguacu
Frequently asked questions
- What is the program for International Yoga Day in Foz do Iguaçu?
- The celebration began on Thursday (18) with an open session at the Youth Center (CEJU). On Sunday (21), starting at 10 a.m., there will be a yoga session at YupStar with free participation.
- Where did the Saturday (20) yoga practice take place?
- The activity was held at the viewpoint of the former helipad in Iguazu National Park.
- Since when has Foz do Iguaçu been celebrating International Yoga Day?
- The municipality has held the event since 2021, and the date is part of the official calendar through Municipal Law No. 5.258/2023.
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