Today, the corporate world is moving very quickly and companies will often look for places to hold their team-building events or retreats that inspire renewal and connection, not just sterile conference rooms. Ayodhya, with its combination of rich spiritual history combined with modern luxury, would be an excellent choice for your next retreat. You will not find a better environment anywhere else in the world than Ayodhya, because it has an energy that has stood the test of time and connected people to their deepest selves throughout history. Let’s find out why you should visit Ayodhya?
Ayodhya, where Lord Rama was born and where millions come to visit and offer their prayers to Lord Rama at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, has tremendous depth as a spiritual place and serves as a very natural foundation for meditation and team-building exercises. Imagine your team members meditating at dawn along the banks of the Saryu River while drawing on the ancient wisdom found in the Holy Scriptures to lead your company through the business challenges of today. Studies conducted by renowned wellness experts such as Harvard Business Review have shown that people are significantly more creative (20%-30% higher) when attending a culturally rich retreat than when they are attending a traditional retreat, largely due to the disconnection from digital distractions that typically accompany a team building event.
The city’s festivals, including Ram Navami, augment this impact as well. Plan your retreat around these and provide group aartis (prayer), and heritage walks based on a collaborative approach to resolving problems. The way Ayodhya provides opportunities for vulnerability and trust is vastly different than that found in generic venues (both cultural and geographical), making it the ideal setting for team-building in high-risk industries (like technology and finance).
Customised Team Building in a Historic Venue
The key to corporate retreat destination programs is to build connections with others (break silos). Ayodhya provides excellent options for unique, customised activities to achieve this. For example, many companies will incorporate boat rides on the Saryu River into their agenda, where teams can navigate the ‘rapids’ of trust fall and strategy games together using the river as a metaphor for resilience amidst uncertainty.
Following the boat rides, teams can visit Hanuman Garhi or Kanak Bhawan as they explore their historical sites through metaphors for perseverance. Great for sales teams planning comebacks or start-ups brainstorming/pivoting.
PhD faculty and local ideators can create agenda items such as; yoga sessions at the ghats to relieve stress, artisanal craft workshops to spark creativity or even cooking classes using vegetarian recipes inspired by the Ramayana. According to data from retreat platform Eventbrite, spiritual destination retreats generally achieve 40% higher satisfaction rates than traditional retreat destinations because they combine fun with spirituality, allowing attendees to recharge and align with their intentions.
Luxury Meets Tranquillity
Praveg Tent City Ayodhya, or Brahmakund/Saryu, provides guests with luxury tented accommodations by the Saryu River. The 47 tented accommodations are designed in a contemporary Rajasthani style and provide guests with modern conveniences such as air conditioning, private balconies overlooking the river, and king beds with high-thread count bedding. Praveg Tent City Ayodhya features dedicated conference space for up to 100 people with AV capabilities, high-speed internet access, and outdoor dining under the stars. The high level of comfort is combined with creative programming such as setting up a bonfire by the river or taking a guided temple tour, making it an ideal venue for corporate groups to create a work-play balance in an environmentally-friendly, peaceful environment.
Strategic Business Advantages
The accessibility of Ayodhya is one of its major advantages. It is located just 30 minutes from Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, making it easily accessible for any teams across India and eliminating the hassle of travelling to remote locations. The costs of using Praveg Tent City Ayodhya will be 20-30% less than the typical costs of using Goa or Kerala, which will allow for higher levels of spending for premium activities. The recent announcement of multiple infrastructure enhancements to Ayodhya will improve access and connectivity within the city post-2024, and make it feasible to be an environmentally sustainable choice for companies with eco-friendly values due to the availability of zero carbon footprint tent accommodations and the implementation of zero plastic policies.
By hosting your company's retreat in Ayodhya, you will be able to establish your company as a progressive, culture-oriented employer brand, and create a premium experience to impress your future top talent.
Conclusion
Hosting a corporate retreat in Ayodhya creates an unforgettable experience for both you and your participants because it combines spiritual renewal and energy builds in unity with luxury. As an employer, you are not just hosting an event; you are creating a transformed workforce that will be equipped to meet the challenges of the future and will return to your company feeling more connected and energy-filled. Consider hosting your next retreat in Ayodhya and experience how Ayodhya will revolutionize your concept of what a professional getaway can be!
