Yoga Retreat at New Luxury Resort in Ningxia

Helan Mountain in Ningxia is where you can feel closest to the stars. You can look up and gaze into a sky unpolluted by city lights.

For this retreat in October, participants will stay at Amnor Resort, a new luxury hotel in Ningxia. It provides an escape surrounded by the stunning landscape of Helan Mountain.

The retreat is inspired by the five elements: Earth, Fire, Wind, Water, and Space. Participants will enjoy sunset yoga, meditation under the stars, morning flow yoga, and wine aromatherapy designed to heal you from the inside out.

Located in Ningxia, Helan Mountain is known for its landscapes and cultural history. Its rugged peaks and foothills offer a perfect escape into nature, providing breathtaking views and a peaceful retreat from city life.

Helan Mountain is known as "the place closest to the stars". With nearly 300 days of clear skies each year, it is one of the best locations to stargaze in China.

At the foot of Helan Mountain lies a hidden gem, Amnor Retreat. Embracing principles of sustainability and eco-friendliness, the hotel features architecture and design blending with the natural surroundings.

Here, luxury is redefined through simplicity, merging minimalism with the beauty of nature.

This journey offers a variety of yoga experiences inspired by natural elements, including sunset yoga, meditation under the stars, water yoga, and morning yoga. All are designed to help you connect with nature and find inner balance.

During the stay, you can enjoy organic cuisine, natural skincare products, and wellness treatments.

This is not just a retreat but a journey of the soul. The natural beauty of Helan Mountain and deep meditation will help you find inner calm and strength.

Instructor: Jiao Kaikai

With over 5,000 hours of teaching experience, Jiao Kaikai is not only a four-time National Yoga Competition Champion but also the first pure gold medal holder in yoga history.

She believes in "discovering the state of yoga before learning yoga knowledge". Every breath, every detail, and every moment of awareness she has experienced and felt in the past is an exploration of the inner essence of life.

During this Helan Mountain retreat, we will practice Bhuta Shuddhi yoga techniques. Yoga sessions are inspired by the five elements, Earth (Prithvi), Water (Apas), Fire (Tejas), Wind (Vayu), and Space (Akasha).

Sunset Yoga

Prithvi: Enhance physical stability through poses and direct contact with the earth.

At sunset, we'll practice gentle stretches on the hotel terrace. It will help to relax the body, calm the mind and foster inner peace.

Meditation Under the Stars

Akasha: Purify the inner space and enhance awareness through meditation and introspective practices.

As night falls, the hotel will introduce astronomy and guide stargazing. Following this, the instructor will lead a meditation session, using mindful breathing to open the door to inner awareness and journey deep into the self.

Flow Yoga

Tejas: Boost digestion and metabolism through specific breathing techniques and energy-activating practices.

In the early morning, we will head to the vineyard for a session focused on activating inner energy through breathwork, followed by yoga postures that connect deeply with the body.

Wine Estate Tour

After breakfast, we'll visit a wine cellar that not only features wines from the estate but also selections from other vineyards in the Helan Mountain region and renowned wineries worldwide. A sommelier will introduce the wine culture, providing insights and tastings to experience the charm of wine.

Wine Aromatherapy

Let the aroma of wine relax your tense nerves and bring you a sense of inner peace and happiness.

Guided by the instructor, we will engage in stretches combined with deep breathing to release tension from the muscles and achieve a state of deep relaxation.

Floating Meditation

Apas: Promote balance and circulation through meditation and pranayama 

We will float on the water's surface and feel its gentle flow. The soothing vibrations of singing bowls are combined to stimulate chakra balance and achieve profound relaxation of body and mind.

Morning Yoga

Vayu: Balance the body's energy flow and enhance vitality and mental focus through breath regulation and air control techniques.

Start the day with a sun salutation sequence, accompanied by a series of poses and mindful breathing to awaken the body and mind.

Amnor Resort, a new luxury resort that opened last November, is located at the foot of Helan Mountain.

Amnor Resort is in one of China's premier wine-producing regions. Right outside the hotel lies a vast vineyard, and the hotel even features its own exclusive winery.

The courtyard-style layout incorporates elements of the surrounding natural landscape, such as mountains, sandstone, and hearth features. The use of wood finishes and wine-coloured exteriors further invites guests to indulge in an immersive wine-tasting experience.

The lobby bar features a panoramic floor-to-ceiling window that directly faces Helan Mountain's Sleeping Buddha which is one of China's four great Sleeping Buddha statues.

Room with a Courtyard

The room features a courtyard layout. Its architectural style draws inspiration from wine elements, evoking the ambiance of a vineyard.

The double room is 60 ㎡ and comes with a courtyard. High-quality indoor furniture and outdoor furnishings provide a comfortable living space.

Dining Options

Amnor Resort features three dining venues, offering a selection of international cuisine.

Le Crépuscule serves fusion cuisine with French cooking skills. Shan Hai Tu specializes in a diverse range of cuisines, including Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian, Cantonese, and local dishes. The Ubac provides coffee and afternoon tea during the day and wines in the evening.

Facilities

Amnor Resort offers a variety of activities for guests. For outdoor adventure enthusiasts, the Duoma Exploration Center offers over 20 types of outdoor activities such as rock climbing and hiking.

For those who prefer a more relaxing experience, the hotel offers plenty of options as well. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool with views of Helan Mountain, stay active in the well-equipped gym and yoga studio, unwind with a luxurious wine-themed spa, or participate in stargazing in the evening.

Amnor Resort also features a market, which is not only a wine estate but also a wine-themed social space with stunning scenic views of the natural surroundings. Come here to enjoy the delightful flavors of wines in a charming and peaceful setting.

Video Tour of the Newly Opened Villa in Jing'an

Hudec's Masterpiece in Jing'an Now Opens

First East Yoga & Healing Day is Coming This Weekend

Yoga Retreat at New Luxury Hotel in Huangshan

New Urban Forest in Shanghai Goes Viral Online