Sadhus, great renouncers attired in 
ochre-coloured robes, represent an aspect of India that is ageless. These ascetics and itinerant monks roam the cities, towns, and ghats of India in search of salvation. They have done so for centuries. Their bodies and foreheads are often smeared with ash and vermilion. They survive primarily on alms though many are attached to akhadas located in various holy places like Banaras and Haridwar. Usually, they are masters of yoga and can perform some tricks.
ochre-coloured robes, represent an aspect of India that is ageless. These ascetics and itinerant monks roam the cities, towns, and ghats of India in search of salvation. They have done so for centuries. Their bodies and foreheads are often smeared with ash and vermilion. They survive primarily on alms though many are attached to akhadas located in various holy places like Banaras and Haridwar. Usually, they are masters of yoga and can perform some tricks. 