Nothing Kitschy about Kalari

 

 

Kerala has been practising an integrated health system for quite some time, through Ayurveda and its eight divisions of treatment – the ashtanga. Even today, there is no dearth of genuine Ayurvedic practitioners. Carrying that legacy forward, while being in touch with the modern times is, Kalari Kovilakom, an ‘earthy’ spa situated in Palakkad district of Kerala. For those average Joes like us who yearn for some bonafide ‘nature’ treatments in a spa (anti-ageing, anti-stress and the works) but don’t want to mortgage our house for the same, this is the place. Comprising of a soothing regimen of candle light meditations, lightly cooked vegetarian food, classical dance programmes, the lilting notes Carnatic music and vigorous oil massages, the usual trappings of a spa won’t be missed. Specialising in rejuvenation therapies for women (who come here seeking to reverse the ageing process) and also helping in rheumatic ailments and gastric disorders, traditional physicians in Kalari will take good care of you. A client from the US recounted her experience saying, “I am emerging from Kalari a new, energised, healthier person. I will always treasure the memories”, and you will too! 'Spa're thoughts

OPEN YOUR EYES: Kalari Kovilakom Palace is located in the old princely capital town of Kollengode in the foothills of the picturesque Annamalai range.

DESIGNS DECONSTRUCTED: It has all the royal pleasures. Swing-divan, hand painted wooden fresco in the ‘mandapam’, the dyes made from the plants. Massive painted pillars frame the meeting space, the venue for evening gatherings, dance and music performances.

SLAVER FOR THE FLAVOUR: Ayurvedic vegetarian food served to you based on your therapies, constitution & treatments and varies accordingly. Ayurvedic lunch with organic rice and buttermilk. The dishes of local vegetables sans excessive fats or spices.

A STONE’S THROW: Nelliampathy Hill Station where organic tea is produced and Silent Valley are within a radius of 40 km.

DEEP DARK SECRETS: If you are a pleasure-hunter, one may take time to acclimatise to the strict regimen of the Kalari.

THE LAST WORD: Live your world here. A palace where you can rejuvenate body and mind in royal elegance.