Ayurveda is the holistic ancient Indian medical science, which deals with the body, mind and soul. It is not merely a knowledge of curing ailments but it provides measures for disciplined disease free long, healthy and happy life. Ayurveda is a great gift to the mankind by the ancient Indian medical scholars. It is based on the principles of Pancha Mahabhuta (five great elements) and Tridosha (three Biological humors) theory. Ayurveda describes in detail the principles of preservation and promotion of health as well as prevention and cure of diseases. It treats man as a whole. As the medicines used in Ayurveda are mainly plants, the side effects are almost nil. Owing to the efficacy and popularity, Ayurveda has attracted the attention of scholars of modern medical science in other countries also. Hence the curiosity and awareness to know and utilize Ayurvedic knowledge is increasing all over the world. Many Ayurvedic health centers have been started in different countries of the world.