The event was held in the divine presence and guidance of Pujya Sri Swami Ananda Saraswati, the respected founder of Vishvamitra International Group. People from various walks of life came together, inspired by the spirit of yoga and its teachings of peace, unity, and self-awareness.

Many distinguished guests attended, including the Hon’ble Deputy Chief of Mission from the Indian Embassy, Sri Amararam Gurjar, and the Mayor of Siracusa, Mr. Francesco Italia. Their presence added great value and encouragement to the gathering.

The entire event was beautifully arranged by Smt. Stefania Rossitto, President of Vishvamitra International ONLUS, and Shri Avv. Stefano Pipitone, President of Vishvamitra Foundation. With the wholehearted support of Swamiji’s disciples, the yoga session became an uplifting and memorable spiritual experience.

A very special highlight of the morning was the release of the second edition of the Italian translation of the Bhagavad Gita. This timeless scripture is a source of light for seekers across the world, and its translation allows even more people to benefit from its wisdom.

As participants practised yoga together in the open air, a deep sense of calm and togetherness could be felt all around. The programme truly reflected the soul of yoga: physical well-being, mental peace, and global unity.

Those who could not attend in person can still be part of the celebration by watching the official video here:

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Organized in collaboration with Vishvamitra International, the event invites participants of all backgrounds to join a free, open-air yoga session from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Ionian Sea, the gathering promises a morning of mindfulness, movement, and collective harmony.

Pujya Sri Swami Ananda Saraswati, founder of Vishvamitra International and a guiding light in the global Vedantic and yogic community, has long emphasized the transformative power of yoga as a path to inner clarity. His recent teachings, including the launch of Tattva Bodha in Rome, have deepened the understanding of yoga beyond the physical, illuminating its spiritual purpose.

In the lead-up to this year’s celebration, Vishvamitra International has been actively engaged across Italy, hosting yoga and Vedanta sessions in cities like Catania and Rome. A recent event in Catania brought together a vibrant community of practitioners for a day of spiritual immersion and collective practice, further strengthening the organization’s presence in southern Italy.

“Yoga is not merely a practice—it is a way of being that connects us to the Earth, to each other, and to the divine within,” Pujya Sri Swami Ananda Saraswati shared in a recent message. His presence in Siracusa is expected to draw practitioners and admirers from across Europe and beyond.

The event is free and open to all. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats and an open heart. For registration and further details, contact Vishvamitra International at visvamitra.international@gmail.com.

As the sun rises over Ortigia on June 21, the collective breath of hundreds will echo a timeless truth: that through yoga, we remember we are one.

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