SHOWERING GOOD TIMES
ENJOY THE RAINS AT THESE HILL DESTINATIONS THAT ARE JUST A SHORT DRIVE AWAY FROM THE CITY
Meditative Moments ATMANTAN
A sense of calm sweeps over you the moment you pull up into the reception area of Atmantan. Just as you think it’s the crisp monsoon chill, the breathtaking view of the Mulshi Lake or the gushing sound of the waterfall that’s lulling you into a languorous state, general manager Athena Salim lets you in on a secret—the hills around Atmantan have a generous concentration of natural crystals, recognised for their healing and calming properties. So, does that really enhance the experience at a wellness resort? The next few hours ensure that you leave the city stress behind and emerge feeling transformed. After all, what can be more relaxing than yoga sessions amidst the early morning mist, a warm meal whipped up with fresh produce and spa therapies by experienced hands in luxurious state-of-the-art spa chambers?
It’s the attention to small details that enhances the healing process here. It’s a no-kids resort; people speak in hushed tones and most importantly and refreshingly, you don’t hear mobile phones ringing away. Phones are banned in all public spaces here. It tells you how seriously Atmantan takes the entire wellness experience. Spread over 40 acres, Atmantan is undoubtedly the most luxurious and high-end wellness resort in the vicinity of Pune or Mumbai with lavish rooms, warm