AYURVEDA

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Ayurveda is the oldest surviving complete medical system in the world. Derived from its ancient Sanskrit roots - ‘ayus' (life) and ‘ved' (knowledge) – and offering a rich, comprehensive outlook to a healthy life, its origins go back nearly 5000 years. To when it was expounded and practiced by the same spiritual rishis, who laid the foundations of the Vedic civilisation in India, by organising the fundamentals of life into proper systems.

The main source of knowledge in this field therefore remain the Vedas, the divine books of knowledge they propounded, and more specifically the fourth of the series, namely Atharvaveda that dates back to around 1000 BC. Of the few other treatises on Ayurveda that have survived from around the same time, the most famous are Charaka Samhita and the Sushruta Samhita which concentrate on internal medicine and surgery respectively. The Astanga Hridayam is a more concise compilation of earlier texts that was created about a thousand years ago. These between them forming a greater part of the knowledge base on Ayurveda as it is practiced today.
The art of Ayurveda had spread around in the 6th century BC to Tibet, China, Mongolia, Korea and Sri Lanka, carried over by the Buddhist monks travelling to those lands. Although not much of it survives in original form, its effects can be seen in the various new age concepts that have originated from there.
No philosophy has had greater influence on Ayurveda than Sankhaya’s philosophy of creation and manifestation. Which professes that behind all creation there is a state of pure existence or awareness, which is beyond time and space, has no beginning or end, and no qualities. Within pure existence, there arises a desire to experience itself, which results in disequilibrium and causes the manifestation of the primordial physical energy. And the two unite to make the "dance of creation" come alive.
Imponderable, indescribable and extremely subtle, this primordial energy – which and all that flows from it existing only in pure existence – is the creative force of all action, a source of form that has qualities. Matter and energy are so closely related that when energy takes form, we tend to think of it in terms of matter only. And much modified, it ultimately leads to the manifestation of our familiar mental and physical worlds.
It also gives rise to cosmic consciousness, which is the universal order that prevades all life. Individual intelligence, as distinct from the everyday intellectual mind, is derived from and is part of this consciousness. It is the inner wisdom, the part of individuality that remains unswayed by the demands of daily life, or by Ahamkara, the sense of `I-ness’.
A Sanskrit word with no exact translation, Ahamkara, is a concept not quite understood by everyone as it is often misleadingly equated to `ego’. Embracing much more than just that, it is in essence that part of ‘me’ which knows which parts of the universal creation are ‘me’. Since ‘I’ am not separate from the universal consciousness, but ‘I’ has an identity that differentiates and defines the boundaries of `me’. All creations therefore have Ahamkara, not just human beings.
There arises from Ahamkara a two-fold creation. The first is Satwa, the subjective world, which is able to perceive and manipulate matter. It comprises the subtle body (the mind), the capacity of the five sense organs to hear, feel, see, taste and smell, and for the five organs of action to speak, grasp, move, procreate and excrete. The mind and the subtle organs providing the bridge between the body, the Ahamkara and the inner wisdom, which three together is considered the essential nature of humans.
The second is Tamas, the objective world of the five elements of sound, touch, vision, taste and smell – the five subtle elements that give rise to the dense elements of ether or space, air, fire, water and the earth – from which all matter of the physical world is derived. And it is Rajas, the force or the energy of movement, which brings together parts of these two worlds.

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Dense Element-Subtle Element-Sense Organ-Motor Organ-Function

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Space----------- Sound----------- Ears-- ------Vocal Chords--Speaking
Air --------------Touch -----------Skin ---------Hands-- -------Grasping
Fire--------------Sight ------------Eyes---------Feet------------Moving
Water-----------Taste-------------Tongue------Genitals----Procreating
Earth------------Smell-------------Nose---------Anus----------Excreting

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It is worth noting that even at the stage of the dense elements the philosophy of creation –which according to Sankaya is now and in the present, without any past and any future – is still dealing with aspects of existence beyond our simple physical realms. The point of contention being that we are the first and foremost spirit experiencing existence. To use Ayurveda in daily life, one has neither to accept nor even understand this philosophy. But it does provide a deeper insight into how Ayurveda works towards betterment of your health.
Ayurveda therefore is not simply a health care system but a form of lifestyle adopted to maintain perfect balance and harmony within the human existence, from the most abstract transcendental values to the most concrete physiological expressions. Based on the premise that life represents an intelligent co-ordination of the Atma (Soul), Mana (Mind), Indriya (Senses) and Sharira (Body). That revolves around the five dense elements that go into the making of the constitution of each individual, called Prakriti. Which in turn is determined by the vital balance of the three physical energies - Vata, Pitta, Kapha and the three mental energies - Satwa, Rajas, Tamas.
Ayurveda thus offers a unique blend of science and philosophy that balances the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual components necessary for holistic health.

PIZHICHIL
In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by two to four trained masseurs in a special rhythmic way for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is very useful for Rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, paralysis-agitanus, sexual weakness, nervous weakness and nervous disorders etc.

NJAVARAKIZHI
It is a process by which the whole body or any specific part thereof is made to perspire by the application of certain medical puddings externally in the form of boluses tied up in a muslin bag. This is applied by two to four masseurs for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This treatment is for all types rheumatism, pain in the joints, emaciation of limbs, blood pressure, cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.

DHAARA
In this process, some herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk etc., are poured on the forehead in a special method for about 45 minutes in a day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is mainly for insomnia, vatha predominated diseases, mental tension and certain skin diseases.

SIROVASTHI
Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for 15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patient’s conditions for a period of 7 days. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis, dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, burning sensation of head and other vatha originated diseases.

VASTHI
Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc., are applied through the rectum daily for a period of 5 to 25 days. This treatment is for arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric complaints associated with rheumatism and constant constipation.

UDVARTHANAM
This is a typical massage with herbal powders for about 30 minutes daily for a period of 14 to 28 days. This treatment is for the diseases like hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity (excess fat) and certain rheumatic ailments.

NASYAM
Herbal juices, medicated oils etc., are applied through nose for 7 to 14 days. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of headaches, paralysis, mental disorders, certain types of skin diseases etc.

ABHYANGAM
Special type of oil massage in which strokes are given according to the diseases for 45 minutes per day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful for obesity, especially for diabetic Gangrene (a condition due to lack of blood circulation in the extremes of the body) etc.

SNEHAPANAM

Medicated ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity for a period of 8 to 12 days. This treatment is for osteo arthritis, sporaris, leukaemia etc.

KIZHI
Herbal leaves and herbs or herbal powders are applied to the whole body in boluses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day for a period of 7 to 14 days. This treatment is for osteo arthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondilosis, sports injuries etc.

DHANYAMLA DHARA
Warm herbal liquid is poured all over the body in a rhythmic way through a special vessel for 45 minutes to 1 hour daily. This treatment is very effective for hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic complaints etc.

YONI PRAKSHALANAM
Herbal oils and decoctions are applied through the vaginal route. This treatment is good for gynaecological disorders. It is also a purification process for genital organs.

KATIVASTHI
In this process specially prepared warm medicated oil is kept over the lower back with herbal paste boundary. This treatment lasts for 45 minutes to 1 hour and it is good for any type of back pain and spinal disorders.

UROVASTHI
Warm medicated oil is kept over the chest for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for asthma, other respiratory problems, heart diseases and muscular chest pain.

KSHEERADHOOMAM
This is fomentation with medicated cow milk. This treatment is good for facial paralysis, Bell’s palsy, speech disorders and other nervous disorders of the face.

THALAM
Special powder mixed with medicated oil applying on the top of the head for 20 to 45 minutes. This treatment is helpful for ENT problems, insomnia, migraine etc.

LEPANAM
This is a process by which medicated herbal paste is applied on the affected part. This is useful for various types of inflammatory conditions.

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KERALA BACKWATERS

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Kerala's backwaters and lagoons stretch over 1900 km. Kerala lives along these backwaters. They snake over the state physique, bestowing paddy fields with good harvests, and provide the whole village with drinking water and other facilities. The backwaters refer to the large inland lakes of Kerala. Today these backwaters act as vital water ways for the transport of people and produce. They are often the only link between remote, isolated villages and crowded town pockets. It's an incredible experience to float on these soothing waters in a country craft to absorb this unusual representation of Kerala.

Alumkadavu

Gliding along the calm and serene backwaters flanked by green leaves and palms, seeing a rural Kerala preserved through the ages and completely hidden from the road is an enchanting experience to any visitor, more so while sailing a slow-moving, spacious Kettuvallam. Alumkadavu, a quiet spot in the town of Karunagapally - hardly 23 kms. north of Quilon (travel time: 30 min) has become a hot point of Kettuvallam building, with more than a hundred people involved.
These huge, long and tapering barges were traditionally used to move tones of goods across kingdoms, with a portion covered with bamboo and coir serving as a rest room and kitchen for the crew. A familiar sight on the waters, these vessels are built entirely without using nails.
Planks of jack wood are joined together with coir rope and coated with a caustic black resin made from boiled cashew kernels. With careful maintenance they last for generations.
Today, widely and appropriately called houseboats, they carry furnished bedrooms, modern toilets, cozy living rooms, a kitchen and even a balcony for angling. Some are powered by a 40 HP engine. At Alumkadavu, you can even find a floating conference hall, designed to seat 35, with a dais and a sophisticated public address system.

Kumarakom

At Kumarakom, you could sail the backwaters in rented houseboats, which are poled by local oarsmen and are simply furnished with a living room, a bedroom and bath, together with a raised central platform creating a private sit-out for the passengers. Sections of the curved roof of wood or plaited palm open out to provide shade and allow uninterrupted views. Boat trains - formed by joining two or more houseboats together - make for a convenient mode of sightseeing when the company is large. You could even take a canoe out into the quiet lagoons and spend time angling. Make sure you sample Karimeen and fresh Toddy - the favorite fresh-water food and the local wine.This is an ideal place for backwater cruises. A beautiful backwater spot accessible from Kumarakom is Alleppey.
On the shores of the enchanting Vembanad lake, 14 kilometers from Kottayam (travel time: 20 min), lies Kumarakom in its small-town hush. Redolent of restful ease.A boat ride into the countryside offers a close look into an engaging rustic life. Skiff-fishermen launching their cockleshell boats. Large flotillas of ducks waddling down to the water from thatched houses on the banks. Women, neck-deep in water, with their waist-length hair heaped in a crown, searching for fish with their feet.A 14 acre bird sanctuary is situated on the eastern banks of the Vembanad Lake. The sanctuary adds to the natural beauty of Kumarakom. Birds (waterfowl, water ducks, cuckoos, wild ducks etc.) nest and spend happy summers here. Birds like Siberian Storks migrate here every year. The sanctuary is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Alappuzha(Alleppey)

The sweeping network of canals, honey-combing the town of Alleppey (Alappuzha) has earned for the place its sobriquet - "The Venice of the East." Small, low-slung country boats are the taxis of this waterland.
It is a heart-warming sight to see them carry a motley assemblage of cycles, goats, fisherwomen with cane baskets, school children, toddy-tappers with their knives and pots, duennas in white with gold earrings, Syrian Christian priests and a bare-chested boatman apiece.
Do not miss out on a ride into Kuttanad through shimmering, green paddy fields and tail-wagging, head-bobbing groups of ducks. The coir-workers too present an interesting sight as they soak coconut fibre in pools, beat them out and weave the tough brown strands into long ropes on spindles stretched between endless coconut trees.
Alleppey becomes the cynosure of the eyes of the world in August - September, every year, as it plays host to the celebrated Snake Boat Races - a water regatta unique to Kerala.

Cochin(Kochi)
Come into Cochin (Kochi), Queen of the Arabian Sea. Believed to be the finest natural harbour in the world. With ferry rides commanding its breathtaking view. Cruise around man-made islands with lush green lawns sloping down to the water's edge.
Cochin is the oldest European settlement in India. Recording a history of visitors who came, saw and stayed for hundreds of years. Layered impressions - Chinese, Arab, Jewish, British, French and Portuguese, are contained within its environment.
Giant Chinese fishing nets that billow from massive teak and bamboo poles dot the entrance to the harbour. Silhouetted against the setting sun, they present a magnificent sight at the waterfront.
A narrow, palm-fringed island, easily accessible from the mainland is where the Bolghatty Palace is situated. The palace was built by the Dutch in 1744. Later, it became the seat of the British Resident of Cochin and today this has been converted into a hotel run by the KTDC. The palace has a golf course on its grounds.

Quilon(Kollam)
The charming old port city of Quilon (Kollam) on the banks of the picturesque Ashtamudi Lake is now known more as the centre of cashew industry. Traces of a once prosperous trade with China are still seen in the form of Chinese fishing nets, huge Chinese water pots, blue and white porcelain and sampan-like boats.
Quilon is an inviting gateway to Kerala's backwaters. For an interesting backwater experience, take the regular ferry to Alleppey - a rigorous ride lasting more than 8 hours. As the old ferry putters from one village on the waterfront to another, you are treated to a full range of lives and activities and some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable. For the less intrepid, shorter cruises can be made in the larger comforts of the houseboats with idyllic villages such as Alumkadavu as your launch base.

Veli Tourist Village
Within hailing distance of the capital city Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), is the Veli - Akkulam lagoon with a delightful waterfront park growing increasingly popular among the natives and tourists alike.
Only a narrow sandbar separates the lagoon from the sea. You can opt for rides in motor-driven safari launches, power boats, pedal boats or row boats. Kayaks and hovercraft attract the brave-hearted. A floating bridge and a floating restaurant add to the overall excitement. The eastern end of the lake is flanked by two scenic hillocks coming through as a perfect hiking ground.
2 kilometers from Trivandrum Airport, The Veli Tourist Village on the outskirts of Trivandrum is a delightful waterfront park which has become extremely popular with Trivandrumites. It is a nice place for tourists with young children to spend an afternoon. There is lots for the kids to do, and they will meet many of their young Kerala counterparts, all of whom will be eager to make new friends and try out their English.

Akkulam Tourist Village
Akkulam is one of the first picnic spots in the suburbs of Trivandrum City. This place is only 10 kms away from the Central Railway Station. The spot is developed on the banks of Aakkulam Kayal (lake), which is an extension of the Veli Kayal (lake). The calm and serene atmosphere and its unique natural beauty is fascinating for the tourist. The village consists of the Boat Club, Swimming Pool, Children's Park, an Anthurium Project and a Snack Bar.

The Backwaters Treatment
Swaying coconut palms and meandering waterways create a magical charm to the land. special magic of the backwaters: a great and glistening web of rivers ,canals, lakes and estuaries where time flows at a measured pace and yesterday and tomorrow merge into an ever-lasting , jade-green, today.
The bluish waterways and the green land mélange to create a mood that begger description. When you first encounter the backwaters they look unreal: slow flowing watery highways meandering between palm-hung banks. Clearly, the best way to encounter these water lands is to hire a houseboat. These long, broad-beamed, boats were once rice boats carrying mounds of grain from the Kuttanad , rice bowl of Kerala, to the great voracious cities. Then a complex of roads feathered out across the State and the rice boats lost business to the trucks.
For the passengers, the backwaters' houseboat experience is a step further on the rejuvenating trail. The environment of Kerala, the atmosphere of this green State, is therapeutic in itself. Just being in Kerala, as we've said, is a health-enhancing experience. But when you experience it in the peaceful drifting of a houseboat through the backwaters, you're adding a deep dimension of serenity to your therapy.
Everything here has a water-bias. The morning newspaper, an essential accompaniment to the first cup of tea, is delivered by skiff; water taxis convey spade-bearded Syrian Christian priests, school girls in blue skirts and white blouses, the fish-wives with plastic-lined baskets filled with mackerel; and a placid buffalo chewing the cud.
All through the day, chug-chugging water-buses hoot and dock gently against coconut-trunk jetties; a multi-cared racing canoe flees in a flurry of spray; a fisherman in a circular straw hat bobs in his dugout, his lines stretched behind him in the late afternoon.
The light softens and the sun is low and gold through the palms and you realise that you've drifted a whole day away: sipping coconut water, dining on fresh fish, crabs, steamed idlis and freshly roasted bananas with the taste and consistency of baked custard.
A church bell peals the evening angelus and women, with scarves draped over their heads, hurry into a backwaters church. Lights begin to appear in the thatched and tiled houses of the backwaters, a dog barks, a cow moos asking to be milked, the sun sinks in a blaze of golden glory. Constellations twinkle bright over the palms, thrusting silver starlight into the dark water.
Your houseboat nudges the bank and a boatman leaps ashore, carrying an electric lead. Soon lights and fans come alive in your floating home and crickets and frogs, disturbed by your boat, pluck up courage again and, tentatively at first, and then with increasing confidence, begin to sing their welcome to the approaching night.

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KERALA HOUSEBOAT

Kettuvallom (House Boat) is a country boat that was used in the early days for the transport of goods from the isolated interior villages to the towns. With the advent of roads, bridges and ferry services, gradually the Kettuvalloms went off the scene. Now these kettuvalloms are back again as a major tourist attraction. A ride on a Kettuvallom is a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters.
HouseBoat
A houseboat is about 67 feet in length and has a width of around 13 feet in the middle. The materials that go into the making are local and ecofriendly; bamboo poles, coconut fibre, ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. The main wood used is "Anjili". There are houseboats with fully furnished single room, double room and triple rooms. All of them have sundeck, private balcony with comfortable chairs, kitchen and toilet with w.c. In addition there is a separate rest room for the crew. Traditional lanterns are used as lights. The crew includes a chef, and two oarsmen. The cuisine is of traditional Kerala flavour
Alongwith the local specialties; delicious fish and prawns. There are single bedroom houseboats for two people and two bedroom houseboats for four people.
A glide in a "Kettuvallam" (Houseboat) through the enchanting backwaters of Alleppey is sure to rob your heart. Palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expanse of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets lined up along either side of the canals are panoramic sight one can never forget.
The tourists on the houseboats may relive the authentic life in the villages of Kerala. These houseboats or the taxis on the backwaters of Kerala pass through several towns and villages of Kerala. The Vembanad Lake forms the largest backwater stretch in Kerala. You may enjoy Alappuzha, Kottayam and Kochi on the houseboat while enjoying backwaters of Kerala. Alappuzha is often referred to as the "Venice of the East". At Alappuzha you may check out the art of coir making by the local people.

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THE TRAVANCORE HERITAGE - BEACH RESORT

Chowara - Kovalam - Kerala

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The Travancore Heritage is a sea side resort in 15 acres of lush green coconut garden and landscaped environs located at Chowara - south of Kovalam, near Trivandrum, Kerala. The resort stands on a high cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea and a long wide beach of powdery white sand. The Travancore Heritage is conceived and developed as a Heritage Property to bring to life the age-old traditional architectural splendor of the region with its typical timber houses and 'Nalukettus' with tiled roofing, which allow for living in communion with all the elements of Nature.

The courtyard within the 'Nalukettu' in its center, around which the four wings of the house were built in timber, bring in the air, sunlight and the rain water right into the house making the inhabitants live in tune with Mother Nature. Travancore Heritage comprises of many such houses built at various periods in the past 60 - 100 years from several locations in Travancore, rebuilt at the site after being dismantled and transported with utmost care, with all their architectural grandeur with fine woodcarvings on the rafters, gables and the connecting timber members on the walls intact.

Location : Travancore Heritage is located just 23 kms from Trivandrum, the capital city of the Indian state of Kerala, known as 'god's own country' in the southern most part of India.
The nearest international airport is Trivandrum. It is well connected with other parts of India as well as with many major cities of the world. Trivandrum is also well connected through Indian railways from all the important places in India and also by roadways from neighboring states. The resort is situated by the side of the Kovalam - Poovar road, and is only 40 minutes drive from the airport, 45 minutes from railway station and bus station.

Reception Lobby : The reception building, a 120-year-old Palace (the Valiamadom Kottaram) of a regional King of Edapally lineage is a replica of the beauty and grandeur of the old architectural style of the time. It houses the reception, lobby and front office. The guest activity center on the first floor has a small library, facilities for indoor games like chess and card games, satellite TV and an internet kiosk. Locker Facility is available on request at the receptionConference/Banquet Hall : On the basement of the reception building is an air-conditioned conference/banquet hall which can accommodate 100 guests with adequate service foyer and all modern audio and video equipments for even blue chip
conferences.

Swimming Pool : The main swimming pool is of 228 sq. mtrs, with a kid's pool and set of Jacuzzis. The pool has broad pool decks finished in natural dressed granite with poolside umbrellas and long reclining poolside cots. The second swimming pool having an area of 110 sq.mtrs is at the beach grove with sea view. Beverages and light refreshments for the pool users will be served from the restaurant.

Health Club : The Resort has a well equiped health club which is located at the top of the beach grove.

ACCOMMODATION
Pool Mansions : The Travancore Heritage has 2 pool mansion suites with private pools set in independent villas, with air conditioned spacious bed room, a drawing room and sit-out or verandah with rich period furniture and all modern amenities of attached toilet with lavish fittings with 24 hours cold/hot water showers. It also has a private dip pool in open back-yard, completely walled in for privacy. These suites are ideal for VIP guests and honeymooners.

Heritage Premium : The Travancore Heritage has 20 elegant air conditioned houses in heritage premium with all modern amenities like spacious toilets including garden baths with cold/hot water showers, with comfortable furniture and smooth interior lights. They are with satellite TV, telephone (ISD), mini bar and coffee maker.

Heritage Home : There are 23 nos of heritage homes with all the facilities, overlooking the green lawns.

Premium Mansion : There are 15 nos of premium mansion perched at the edge of 120 ft cliff with the most magnificent view of the Arabian Sea.

Beach Grove : The beach grove block on the beach at the foot of the 120 ft. cliff has 24 most modern rooms facing the sea. Lift facility is available to move up and down different levels. Beach grove offers the sophistication of luxury and warmth of tradition at every nook and corner

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TAJ GREENCOVE RESORT & SPA- KOVALAM-KERALA

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TAJ GREENCOVE RESORT & SPA Located on one of India’s most popular beaches, Kovalam, the property is spread across 10 acres of land, offering a breathtaking view of the backwater, lush landscapes, coconut palms, and unspoiled beaches. With its exotic tropical beauty and relaxing hospitality, this getaway is the perfect place to enjoy relaxation and rejuvenation of the mind, body, and soul.Taj Green Cove Resort is located just 12 km from Trivandrum airport and 14 km from the station.

Rooms & Suites

A refreshing mix of style and spacious elegance, our guest rooms and suites offer peace and tranquility as well as the comforts of modern day living. Cottages are made from granite stone with elephant grass thatched rooftops and a private balcony. Large French windows offer a panoramic view of the sea.

Cottages

Light, airy, and modern, each granite stone cottage offers natural details including wooden or tiled floors, high rafters, and Bizzaza bathroom mosaics as well as modern amenities like a walk-in wardrobe, colour television with satellite programmes, 2-line speaker phone with international direct dial, and wireless internet.

Suites

Include all of the above amenities and for those who love to spread out, a sitting room as well as a French windows opening to panoramic views of the sea with private balconies or garden sit-outs.

Presidential villa

Includes all of the above guest amenities as well as two bedrooms, two spacious sitting rooms, a pantry, and for an irresistible thrill, a private pool and sun deck.

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Dr.FRANKLIN'S PANCHAKARMA INSTITUTE

Chowara, Trivandrum, Kerala.

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Pizhichil
Lukewarm herbal oils are dripped all over the body by 2-4 trained technicians in a special rhythmic way for about 60-90 minutes
Indications
Hemiplegia, paralysis, rheumatic complaints, joint stiffness, nervous disorders etc.
Gnavarakizhi
It is a process by which the whole body or any specific part there of is made to perspire by the application of certain medicinal puddings externally in the form of boluses tied up in a muslin bag. Duration 60-90 minutes
Indications
Loss of appetite, sluggishness, rheumatism, joint pains etc
DharaThyla, Thakra, Ksheera
Some herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk etc are poured on the forehead in a special way for about 45 minuted
Indications
Insomnia, mental tension,skin diseases ,vatha predominated diseases etc
VasthiBhramanaMathraSnehaKashaya
Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc. are applied through the rectum.
Indications
Arthiritis, paralysis, gastric complaints, rheumatism etc
Sirovasthi
Special herbal oils are poured in a cap fitted on the head for 15-60 minutes per day
Indications
Facial paralysis, headaches, vatha originated diseases etc
Uthara Vasthi
Certain herbal oils herbal extracts etc are applied through the Uro-genital tract.
Indications
Infertility, Uro-genital diseases etc
Udvarthanam
This is a typical massage with herbal powders for about 30 minutes
Indications
Paralysis, Obesity, rheumatic ailments.
Snehapanam
Medicated ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity for period of 8-21 days (Preparatory process of doing Panchakarma)
Indications
Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, skin diseases etc
Nasyam
This is one of the important treatment in Panchakarma in which herbal juices, medical oils etc are applied through nose.
Indications
Head aches, mental disorders, skin diseases etc.
Abhyagam
In this treatment gentle oil massage is given according to the disease for 45-minutes.
Indications
Obesity, lack of blood circulations etc.
KIZHI
Herbal leaves, herbs, herbal powders, flesh of animals etc., are applied to the whole body in boluses with hot medical oils.
Indications
Arthriti, spondilosis, sports injuries, muscular attrophy etc.
GREEVA BHANDHANAM
This is very special bandage along with medicines for muscular and orthopaedic problems.
Indications
Cervical spondilosis, degeneration of bones, post accidental problems etc..
ANJANAM
Collyrium (Paste made of Ayurvedic herbs) is applied in eyes after proper cleaning.
Indications
Eye diseases
LEPAMANNASIROSIRAJALA
Special medical herbs are made into paste and is applied on the body or part of body for 20 – 90 minutes.
Indications
Skin diseases, Muscular injury, attrophy, brain diseases, insomnia, vericosity etc.
RAKTA MOKSHAM
Impure blood is drained out by giving an incision on the vein.
Indications
Spleen problems, toxicity, skin diseases, migrane etc.
KAVADA SAYANAM
A special treatment told in Ayurveda for fistuals( especially ano-rectal fistuals),back bone
HEALTH CARE PROGRAMMES
'BORN TO WIN'
This is a special treatment to stimulate the vital points. In this, we are using the traditional knowledge of vital point (Marmas) along with Acupressure and Holistic touches. This will energize you in your inner levels, attain an equilibrium of VATHA, PITHA and KAPHA attaining thetemperance of mind by that becoming more successful in life.
‘SWASA KASA CHIKILSA’(FOR LUNGS)
A special treatment to increase the strength of your lungs. This package is very bebeficial for one having Bronchial asthma, prolonged etc. It will strengthen the lungs and will prevent the attack of such ailments. This includes body massage, Vamanam, Urovasthi, Kashaya Vasthi, Pizhichil, Gnavarakizhi etc. along with internal Ayurvedic medicines.
‘REJUVENATION THERAPY’(RASAYANA CHIKILSA)
This treatment includes body massage with hand and foot by medicated oil and cream. It includes internal rejuvenative medicines and medicated steam bath. This therapy is for 90 minute to 2 hours per day for 7-14 days. It is good to rejuvenate mind, body and soul, to one up skin, to strengthen all system so as to achieve ideal health and longevity.
‘YOU AND YOUR SPINE'
This is a special treatment package for you spine problems. It will strengthen the back muscles and prevent degeneration of bones, it can also prevent nerve compression. This is very good for spondilosis, post traumatic problems (post accidental) sport injuries etc. This treatment includes Body massage, Snehapanam, Virechanam, Kadi Vasthi, Sneha Vasthi, Kashaya Vasthi, Pizhichil, Gnavarakizhi etc.
‘BODY MIND AND SOUL’
An absolute stress Reliever with a combination of Yoga Meditation, Ayurveda and Holistic touches. Through this programme your body and minds is purified and more important, attains the temperance of mind.

DR. V. FRANKLIN, who is the Chief Medical Officer, fully qualified in the field.
Hailing from a family of 400 years traditional background.
He was formerly District Medical Officer of Kerala Government in the Ayurveda System of Medicine.
He was working in this field for the last 35 years and he got very good experience in ‘Panchakarma’ for foreigners and had given Consultation and seminars in almost all-foreign countries

Awards & Recognitions
Awards
Dr. Franklin receiving the Tourism-Man-of-the-Year 1999 Award from The US Consul General Mr.Bernard Alter.
Certificate
A unique centre with Olive Leaf Classification from the Department of Tourim, Government of Kerala.

BODY IMMUNIZATION / LONGEVITY TREATMENT(KAYAKALPA CHIKILSA)
This is the prime treatment in AYURVEDA for reducing ageing process, arresting the degeneration of body cells and to immunize the body. Giving Rasayana ( very special AYURVEDIC Medicine) internally is the main part of the programme, based on Panchakarma and Swetakarma treatment. This package includes Body Massage, Snehapanam, Vamanam, Virechanam, Nasyam, Sneha Vasthi, Kashaya Vasthi, Pizhichil, Gnavarakizhi, Tharpanam, Sirovasthi, Karnapooranam, Medicated Steam Bath, Yoga and Meditation.
SLIMMING PROGRAMME
This programme includes massage, in take of herbal juice, herbal preparations and some minor exercises. A special AYURVEDIC diet is advises during this period, this includes two types of massage.
Medicated Herbal Powder Massage
Medicated Herbal Oil Massage
BEAUTY CARE PROGRAME
This programme includes massage with oil,Powder and cream, body pack,face pack,herbal tea etc.It will increase your skin complexion and beautifies the body figure.
PANCHAKARMA CHIKILASA (Full Course)
It is a process of purifying the whole body to attain proper balance of Vatha Pitha and Kapha based on Panchakarma and Swetakarma treatemaent in our traditional way .This package includes Body Massage, Snahapanam Vamanam, Virechanam, Nasyam,SnehaVasthi,Sirovasthi, Brahmana Vasthi,Dhara,Pizhichil, Gandoosam, Medicated Bath, Medicated Steam Bath, Yoga and Meditation etc.
KARNA POORANAM
This is a process in which medicated fumes are applied to the Ears for 5 to 10 minutes. This process helps to clean the ear and avoid ailments associated with the ear.
THARPANAM
This is a cleaning process of eyes which gives cooling effect, prevents cataract and strengthens the optic nerve.
ANDOOSHA-DHAVANAM
Special medicated water is allowed to held in Mouth for 10-30 minutes. Herbal powders or Stem of Medical Plants are given for brushing The teeth and gums. It is a very effective Treatment for weak gums. It is good for spongy Gums and bad odour of mouth.
FACE PACK
This is the traditional AYURVEDIC facial which is very good for your face. In this massage, Sudation Therapy, Face Pack (AYURVEDIC) etc.., is given accordingly. This will beautify your skin and tone up your Face muscles.
MASSAGES
CHAKRA MASSAGE PROGRAMME
This massage is to stimulate the chakra points of the body
REJUVENATION MASSAGE
This massage includes body massage with Herbal Oils or Herbal powder by hand and foot, Head massage, face massage, for 1 ½ hours. This is good for rejuvenating the body to reduce mental tension, sexual weakness to improve vitality etc.
GENERAL MASSAGE
Body massage with herbal powder or oil for one hour by hand to tone up the body to improve blood circulation etc.
MEDICATED BATH
Certain precious herbal leaves and herbs are boiled in water for 2-4 hours and that water is given for bathing. It beautifies the skin and removes all impurities.
MEDICATED STEAM BATH
Certain precious herbal leaves and herbs are boiled and steam is passed to whole body for 10-20 minutes. This is good for certain skin diseases, to eliminate impurities from the body, to improve the tone of the body, to reduce fat etc.
YOGA AND MEDITATION
PSYCHIC AILMENTS
We are doing some special treatments for psychic ailments. Psychiatrists, Psycotherapists etc. can book for this treatment in advance for group or single. Ayurveda is a science which is related to mind and soul. So realise the marvellous effect of this science in psychic ailments.
BODY PURIFICATION THERAPY (SHODANA CHIKILSA)
It is a process of purifying the whole body to attain proper balance of Vatha, Pitha and Kapha on Panchakarma and Swetakarma treatment. This will also purify the gunas and doshas of mind viz. Satwa, Rajas and Thamas. The 15 days package process include body massage, snehapanam, Vamanam, Nasyam, Virechanam (medicated Purgative) Sneha Vasthi, Kashaya Vasthi, Pizhichil, Gnavarakizhi, Tharpanam, Sirovasthi, Karnapoornam, Medicated steam bath.


Our school for Ayurvedic Studies conducts following courses
For the convenience of students the admission for the course is open for through out the year
1. Massage Course
1000 Euros (course fee only)
Duration
15 days (30 Hrs)
2. Know how of Ayurvedic principles
1000 Euros (course fee only)
Duration
1 Month (60 Hrs)
3. The principles of panchakarma treatment
1750 Euros (course fee only)
Duration
1 Month (120 Hrs)
4. Yoga Teaching Training Course
1050 Euros (course fee only)
Duration
1 Month (90 Hrs)
5. Ayurvedic Cooking Course
300 Euros (course fee only)
Duration
15days ( 30dishes)

The institution located at Chowara, 21 km from Trivandrum Air Port. The unique centre for ayurveda where genuine treatment is provided. Come, feel the real value added service !

Ayurveda, the beacon of hope against the darkness of all ills and ailments.
The eternal science of Ayurveda is practiced exactly as it was by the great healers of ancient India, with a 5000-year tradition to back up their art.


DR. V. FRANKLIN
DR. V. FRANKLIN, who is the Chief Medical Officer, fully qualified in the field.
Hailing from a family of 400 years traditional background.
He was formerly District Medical Officer of Kerala Government in the Ayurveda System of Medicine.
He was working in this field for the last 35 years and he got very good experience in ‘Panchakarma’ for foreigners and had given Consultation and seminars in almost all-foreign countries
FACILITIES
Internet Access
International Dialing Facility
Fax
Laundry
Mini Shopping Facility
Taxi Service
Sightseeing Tours
Ayurvedic Vegetarian-Restaurant
All major Credit Cards accepted (Visa,Master and Maestro) accepted

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POOVAR ISLAND RESORT

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Unspoilt and miraculously unexplored, Poovar Island Resort is a rare find in Southern Kerala. Enveloped by the most serene backwaters and opening out to the Sea and a dream golden beach, this Island Resort is truly a window into Paradise. There's a lot to do in idyllic Poovar besides soaking in nature, laze on the hammocks, sunbathe on the beach, row to a neighboring fishing village or opt for one of the conducted tours. The Poovar Island Resort offers guests complimentary airport transportation, laundry facilities, 24-hour front desk and room services, dry cleaning services, and safety deposit boxes. At Poovar Island Resort, they have created the perfected ambience to enjoy, understand and absorb the ancient remedies of Ayurveda. Make your date with nature and ancient wisdom; discover the secrets of Ayurveda and how it can benefit your body as well as the soul.

A full service business center is available onsite to cater to the needs of the business traveler. The resort is equipped with an air-conditioned conference hall capable of accommodating 10-80 people. For guests dining needs, there is a choice of western, Asian and Indian cuisine to choose from at the coffee Shop Tiffins. For a quite romantic dinner, the Fish Market Poovar Island Resort's specialty sea food floating restaurant is famous for its delectable cuisine. The restaurant is open for dinners only and serves a wide variety of sea-food specialties in traditional Kerala style preparations or continental style. Guests can unwind by taking a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool.The guest rooms are centrally air-conditioned and equipped with direct dial telephones, television with cable channels, mini bar and attached bath with hot and cold water. The ground floor rooms have a large private verandah facing the coconut groves. The cordial staff is always attentive to every guests need. Come and see what the Poovar Island Resort has to offer.

Poovar Island Resort-35 KmsFrom Trivandrum AirPort and 20 Kms From Kovalam.

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keralareisen@gmail.com