Highlights : India’s most spectacular beach resort  just 16 kms from Thiruvanathapuram (formerly Trivandrum) Kovalam is a sheltered natural bay.  The setting has an illusory quality  about. A sheet of silvery sand curves into an arch, that is bordered on one side by azure blue waters, and on the other side by a sumptuous spread of green palm groves. A tour which provides complete relaxation with stay at Kovalam, famous for its Eco friendly surroundings & white sandy beaches & exotic Ayurvedic health resorts.
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KOVALAM - India’s most spectacular beach resort just 16 kms. From Thiruvananthapuram (formerly Trivandrum), Kovalam is a sheltered natural bay. The settling has an illusory quality about it. A sheet of silvery sand curves into an arch that is bordered on one side by axure blue waters and on the other side by a sumptuous spread of green palm groves.

Breakers explode in white foam against the rocks in the Sea, while enthusiastic swimmers plunge even deeper into the waters. It is as though you have wondered into some tropical paradise.

KOVALAM ASHOK BEACH RESORT
Nestling in the luxuriant palm belt are several Kudils or cottage , where you can retreat when the sun become fierce, on a grander scale is the Halcyon Castle that was once the residence of the Travanacore Maharaja and now has deluxe suites.

Here you could pamper yourself with herbal body toning massage or unwind in Yoga class. As the sun begins to set , the colors of its finding flame blend with the magnificent masks & costumes of Kathakali dancers who perform the ancient dance drama based on the legends & myths of Hindu epics by the flickering lights of temple lamps in specially constructed open air theaters.

The séances waterways and sleepy lagoons of Kovalam provides ample opportunity for swimming and other water sports. The golden sand stretching out for miles together and coconut trees swaying gracefully against the backdrop of the richly lured blue sky and sea, all add to make Kovalam a heaven on earth.

SOMATHEERAM - BEACH RESORT
Rich with traditional culture and overwhelming natural splendor. The perfect locale for the perfect holiday resort. Somatheeram is on the picturesque Malabar coast 8 km from the renowned tourist centre of Kovalam and 21 km South of Trivandram , the capital city of Kerala. Set in the tantalizing environment of palm trees and bewitching blue water , Somatheeram is untouched by the ravages of tourism. Traditionally styled bungalows and cottages welcome you to a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

NIRVANA
Somatheeram, however, is a new take on resorts it is a retreat specializing in Yoga, Ayurvedic and Meditation treatments. It is where people go for meditation treatments. It is where people go in pursuits of mental and physical nirvana. If the first is virtually laid on via the golden beaches, the second comes via a series of soothing massages and herbal experiences at the hands of trained experts.

The resort comprises a series of buildings that seamlessly mold the most attractive features of old Kerala houses with all the mod cons so necessary for those who like their foreign adventures with a reassuring touch of home.

The cottages are sparse but very comfortable and a visual treat, with stone and brick interiors, cool stone floors, chik and rattan fittings.

The massage centre is vast hall with wooden trestle tables, pots of scented herbal oils at hand and smiling, efficient masseurs ready for the session ahead.

The food served at the retreat is designed to please all palates with sunny sides - ups and steaks as well as string hoppers, fish curries, palappams and meat curry on menu.

DISCOVER THE SECRET OF ETERNAL YOUTH
At the ayurvedic rejuvenation centre in Somatheeram. This exclusive program is based on the Vedic Science Ayurveda and is directed towards strengthening your immune system and preventing disease, the rejuvenation program for each individual is drawn out by the ayurvedic physician after a through evaluation.

The therapies are those most malayalis swear by the concentrated pouring of oils on certain parts of the body (Dhara), herbal massages (pizhichil), treatments involving plant extracts ingested nassaly (nasyam), steam baths, the complete rejuvenation therapy, and quite a few more routines, besides.

SYBARITIC INTERLUDE
Somatheeram’s clientele comprises, for the most part foreigners. The resort keeps a deliberately low key profile and the Mathew brothers stress that is pure word of mouth that draws people to Somatheeram. Working stiffs from Monheim to Miami from Bavaria, Austria and Scotland come down for a sybaritic interlude duly legitimized by traditional medicine treatments.

The resort has all facilities on hand from a centre for cultural activities, dance and martial arts classes, cultural shows, trips to places of tourist interest, like Neyyar dam, Padmanabhapuram palace, the Veli tourist village and Kanyakumari.

The resort’s main entrance is in the traditional architecture style of Kerala . It is only a matter of time before the hordes discover this secluded retreat. Till then, however the louts-eaters loll on the beaches with waves washing up to the feet, breakers crashing out the distance and the wind playing a symphony on a palm front. This is a non Ayurvedic dose hedonism, indeed.

PRIME TREATMENTS IN AYURVEDA :

REJUVENATION THERAPY
This treatment includes yoga, meditation, body massage with hand & foot by medicated oil, head massage and face massage with oil and cream, internal rejuvenate medicines, medicated steam bath. This therapy is for three to four hours per day for 7 to 14 days. This therapy is to rejuvenate mind, body & soul , to tone up skin, to strengthen all systems so as to achieve ideal health and longevity.

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

SIROVASTHI - 14 DAYS
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, mouths and throat, severe headaches, burning sensation of the head and other vatha originated diseases.

UDVARTHANAM - 14 DAYS
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.

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

SNEHAPANAM
Medicated Ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity for a period of 8-12 days. This treatment is forosteoarthritis, sporaris, leukemia etc.

PIZHICHIL
In this treatment, Lukewarm herbal oils applied all over the body by two to four trained masseurs in a special rhythematic way continuously for about 60-90 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.

MEDICATED STEAM BATH
Certain precious herbal leaves and herbs are boiled and the steam is passed to the whole body for 10 to 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.

DHARA
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, vata predominated disease, mental tension and certain skin diseases.

VASTHI
Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc. 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.

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

YOGA
What role yoga plays in your life? It is associated mind and body in a very balanced way. It enables you to be watchful of all kinds of grasping through senses, all changes from gross to subtle within or outside and all psychic activities. Through Yogic posture and discipline one can balance each and every organ of inner and outer body. It is a step to enter into the higher conscious states of mind and spiritual (minute and subtle) world. It creates within you concentration, zeal, patience and contentment.

MEDITATION
The practice of Meditation dates back thousands of years and is admired by all sages like the famous exponent of yoga- Maharishi Patanjali, Buddha, Shankra, Ram Krishna and Sri Aurobindo etc. Much great literature’s such as Samkhya, Kathoupanishad, Brahmans and Bhagwad Gita are full of its various forms. Hindu and Buddhist philosophy highlights meditation because only meditation into the Treasury of Wisdom. According to Buddha, Meditation can not only give Enlightenment but also Salvation. It opens the gateway of new dimensions in life.

KIZHI - 14 DAYS
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 osteoarthritis with swelling, spondilosis, sports injuries etc.

BODY PURIFICATION THERAPHY (RASAYANA CHIKLSA) 15 DAYS
It is the process of purifying the whole body to attain proper balance of Vatha, putha and kapha based on panchajarma and swetatkarma treatment. The 15 day package process includes Body massage, Snehapanam, Vamanam, Nasyam, Virechanam (medicated purgative), Sneha Vasthi, Kazhaya Vasthi, Pizhichil, Gnavarakizhi, Tharpanam (Cleaning the eyes) Shirovasthi and steam bath.

BODY IMMUNIZATION / LONGEVITY TREATMENT (KAYAKALPA CHIKILSA) 28 DAYS.
This is the prime treatment in Ayurveda for reducing aging process, arresting the degeneration of body cells and IMMUNIZATION of the system, citing RASAYANA (very special ayurvedic diet) internally in the main part this program, based on the panchakarma & swetakarma treatment. The 28 day package process includes body massage, Senhaepanam, Vamanam, Virechanam, Nasyam, Sneha, Sneha Vasthi, Kazhaya Vasthi, Pizhichil, Gnavarakizhi Tharpanam, Shirovasthi, Karnapooram cleaning the ears. Medicated steam bath and Yoga and meditation. This treatment is best effective if taken before the age of 60 for both sex.

GENERAL MASSAGE
Body massage includes body massage with herbal powder by hand and foot, head massage for one and a half hours. This is good for rejuvenating the body, to reduce mental tension, sexual tension, sexual weakness to improve vitality etc.