Ayurveda evolved around 600 BC in India. This system of medicine stressed on the prevention of body ailments in addition to curing them. Followed by the Dravidians and Aryans alike, Ayurveda has been practised ever since. Today, it's a unique, indispensable branch of medicine - a complete naturalistic system that depends on the diagnosis of your body's humours - vata, pitta and kapha - to achieve the right balance.
According to Ayurveda, "life" itself is defined as the "combination of the body, sense organs, mind and soul", the factor responsible for preventing decay and death, which sustains the body over time, and guides the processes of rebirth.
Ayurveda is concerned with measures to protect "ayus", which includes healthy living along with therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual harmony. Ayurveda is also one among the few traditional systems of medicine to contain a sophisticated system of surgery(which is referred to as "salya-chikitsa").Ayurveda has the answer to almost every disease known to medical science with purely naturalist remedies perfected over thousands of years. Ayurveda is a holistic system which guides us so that we can live a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
It recognises that we are all unique and focuses on food, lifestyle, massage, yoga and herbal remedies to suit our individual make-up. Ayurveda encourages us to take responsibility for our own health according to the different stages of our lives, the seasons, and the environment we live, work and play in. These factors all have a big impact on our health and it makes sense to adapt our lifestyle accordingly so we can continue to live in harmony with our body and stay at optimum health.
Kerala's equable climate, natural abundance of forests (with a wealth of herbs and medicinal plants), and the cool monsoon season (June to July and October to November) are best suited for Ayurveda's curative and restorative packages. In fact, today, Kerala is the only State in India which practises this system of medicine with absolute dedication.
Traditional texts reveal that the monsoon is the best season for rejuvenation programmes. The atmosphere remains dust-free and cool, opening the pores of the body to the maximum, making it most receptive to herbal oils and therapy.
TOUR PROGRAME
Day 01 Trivandrum - Kovalam
On arrival, you will be received by our meet & greet service to transfer you to the Ayurvedic beach hotel at Kovalam. Afternoon visit the Ayurvedic centre for consultation and Rejuvenation Therapy. Overnight at Resort. Kovalam is reckoned as the most trendy beach retreat in India. A combination of three small beaches, Kovalam, meaning "a groove of coconut trees" is just 16 km from the state capital of Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram. The sheltered natural bay, the azure blue waters and the sumptuous spread of green palm groves make it a tropical paradise of sorts.
Day 02 - Kovalam (Treatment + Trivandrum Sightseeing)
Morning visit Ayurvedic Centre for Therapy. Later proceed for a City Tour of Trivandrum, to explore Padmanabaswami Temple, Zoological Park, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery etc. Trivandrum, the capital of the state of Kerala, is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The city gets its name from the word, Thiruvananthapuram meaning the city of Ananth or the abode of the sacred serpent Ananth, on which Lord Vishnu, the presiding deity of the town, reclines. Evening at leisure at the Beach. Overnight at Resort. Being the capital city of Kerala, Trivandrum is surrounded by seven hills and endorses ancient and modern style of architecture. Visit, Napier Museum, which houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts, bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot, ivory carvings and life-size Kathakali dancers; Sree Chitra Art Gallery, which display a century old world famous paintings of Raja Ravi Varma. Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, with rare specimen of workmanship in traditional Travancore style of architecture has exquisite woodcarvings.
Day 03 - Kovalam(Treatment + Kanyakumari Visit)
Morning visit Ayurvedic Centre for Therapy. Later proceed for a day trip to Kanyakumari (Cape Comerin). Enroute visit Padmanabhapuram Palace & Sucheendram Temple. Afternoon, sightseeing of Kanyakumari including Vivekananda Rock, Kumari Amman Temple etc. Evening enjoy the sunset & drive back to Kovalam. Overnight at Resort. Kanyakumari is the only place in India where one can enjoy the unique experience of watching the sunset and moonrise simultaneously on a full moon evening. Explore, Gandhi Memorial, Swami Vivekananda Rock memorial, Kumari Amman Temple & Tiruvalluvar Statue. Sucheendram Temple, has a beautiful gopuram, musical pillars and an excellent statue of the Hanuman, apart from a valuable collection of art from different periods. Padmanabhapuram Palace, a magnificent wooden palace of the 16th century, is a fine specimen of Kerala's indigenous style of architecture.
Day 04 - Kovalam (Treatment + Varkala Visit)
Morning visit Ayurvedic Centre for Therapy. Later option to take a drive to Varkala Beach for a lunch or at leisure at Kovalam Beach. Varkala is known for its beautiful beaches and a Vishnu Shrine dedicated to Lord Janardhana which is believed to be 2000 years old. Varkala, the seaside resort with mineral water springs is known as Papanasam Beach (Papanasam means destruction of sins).Return to Kovalam by evening. Overnight at Resort.
Day 05 - Kovalam (Treatment+Leisure)
Morning visit Ayurvedic Centre for Therapy. Rest of the day at leisure at Kovalam Beach. Overnight at Resort. Kovalam was a small, sleepy village. It lay in humble obscurity along the picturesque coast of Kerala. Then around 1930, this little village was unexpectedly shaken out of its lethargic slumber and thrust on the international tourist map. The vendors of holiday dreams along the sea had discovered the fabulous silver sands and palm-fringed shores of Kovalam. From then onwards, there was no looking back. From sun bathing to swimming, Ayurvedic rejuvenation to yoga and meditation, herbal body toning massages to special cultural programmes and catamaran cruising, holidays in Kovalam is a tourist delight. The Kovalam lighthouse beach is where most visitors spend their time.
Day 06 - Kovalam (Treatment+Leisure)
Morning visit Ayurvedic Centre for Therapy. Rest of the day at leisure at Kovalam Beach. Overnight at Resort.
Day 07 - Kovalam (Treatment + Leisure)
Morning visit Ayurvedic Centre for Therapy and final consultation with your Physician for taking advice on your lifestyle modification which will help you to maintain the benefit you gained from the week long program. Rest of the Day at leisure on the beach. Overnight at Resort.
Day 08 - Trivandrum Departure
Like all good things, your rejuvenating experience comes to an end but you will always carry with you the warmth and freshness of this unique and unforgettable experience. Today you will be assisted and transferred to Trivandrum International airport for your flight home!!
