NIRAAMAYA RETREATS SURYA SAMUDRA

A NATURE LOVER’S paradise in Kerala, Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra is the perfect place if you are looking for healing in the lap of luxury.

The scenic view of secluded beaches, the music of the Arabian Sea, the towering palm trees, and the salty sea breeze lend a magical touch to your retreat. The programmes here are based on the healing powers of Ayurveda. They focus on the four essential dimensions of rest, nourishment, movement, and mindfulness. Every Niraamaya experience is tailor-made to suit the individual’s lifestyle choices and preferences. There are also sessions with wellness experts, who design a comprehensive personalised programme based on your goals and health issues. You can either choose an intense seven- to 21-day Ayurveda therapeutic wellness programme or opt for a shorter three- to five-day interventional Ayurvedic experience. The recently introduced functional medicine programme deals with chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, and offers treatments to boost your immunity. niraamaya.com

ITH OVER 60 KINDS of therapies and treatments on offer, Nimba Nature Cure near Ahmedabad leaves you spoilt for choice. Every inch of the 30 acres is covered in greenery and oozes serenity. The treatments, too, celebrate the healing property of nature. At Nimba, a team of experts helps you improve, build, and sustain immunity by relying on traditional practices of naturopathy, Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation.

WAilments such as diabetes, hypertension, insomnia, and arthritis are also addressed in this sanctuary of wellness. Abstinence from drugs and intoxicants is emphasised to ensure thorough cleansing of the mind, body, and soul. Besides the conventional treatments, Nimba Nature Cure also offers alternative therapies such as Chinese acupuncture, Egyptian cupping therapy, reflexology, acupressure, and even hot stone therapy. nimba.in

UXURY DEFINES Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace, Hampi. Apart from being a world-class wellness retreat, the resort’s location facilitates an allencompassing holiday. With its stonepaved boulevards and arched hallways, Evolve Back Hampi takes you back to the 14th-century Vijayanagara Empire. The retreat is located just four kilometres from the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hampi and comprises luxury suites called Nivasa, Nilaya, Zenana, and Jal Mahal that come with jacuzzi, living and dining areas, and

Lprivate pools. The other highlights of the resort include the multi-cuisine restaurant Tuluva, Howdah Lounge

Bar, an Ayurvedic treatment centre called Vaidyasala, the Katha reading lounge, an infinity swimming pool, and an activity centre. evolveback.com

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