Ayurveda Tour to Kerala

Ayurveda is the latest talk of the town. It is known as the "Science of Awareness". Ayurveda( ayur means life and veda means knowledge) is derived from Sanskrit which means knowledge about life.

It is believed that Lord Brahma has created Ayurveda in a book form named Brahma Samhita. Lord Brahma has also taught Ayurveda to Prajapati and who taught it to Aswanikumaras, then to Indra, after him there developed two schools of Ayurvedic science- Athreya School of physicians and Dhanwantari School of Surgeons.

Some 10,000 years ago Ayurveda has originated and considered to be the oldest form of treatment. Besides dealing with principles for internal and external health, Ayurveda is also important for physical, mental, social and spiritual welfare of human beings. Ayurveda has also developed a wide range of therapeutic measures to combat illness.

Nowadays, people are more inclined toward Ayurvedic treatments and chooses Kerala as destination for Ayurvedic treatment. From time immemorial Ayurveda and Kerala are synonym to each other. Keralites are practicing this ancient form of treatment to heal various ailments. Some of the prime form of Ayurvedic treatments are Abhyangam, Dhanyamla Dhara, Dhara, Kizhi, Kativasthi, Ksheeradhoomam, Lepanam, Nasyam, Njavarakizhi, Pizhichil, Sirovasthi etc.

These kinds of treatment are given those patients who suffers from Obesity, especially for Diabetic Gangrene, Hemiplegia, Paralysis Rheumatic complaints, Insomnia, Vatha Predominated diseases, Mental tension, certain skin diseases, osteoarthritis, arthritis with swelling, spondilosis, sports injuries etc.

Every city in Kerala is dotted with some excellent Ayurvedic treatment centres, where well trained Ayurvedic doctors with the help of natural herbs, massage oils and various techniques treat several incurable diseases. Most of the beaches in Kerala has the facility of Ayurvedic treatments. The beach resorts and hotels offers variety of Ayurveda packages as an added attractions.

Some of the famous Ayurvedic treatment centres of Kerala are

The Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach Resort: It is the largest beach resort of kerala, having 194 guest rooms and suites. The entire resort spreads over 44 acres and specializes in traditional Ayurveda treatments. Located 15 km from Trivandrum, this resort provides a panoramic view of Kovalam coastline.

Rajah Healthy Acres at Rajah Islands: It is an excellent Ayurveda centres that provides traditional Ayurveda treatment for several illnesses, rejuvenation and beauty care therapy along with all modern facilities. Tucked in Kootanad in Palakkad district, Rajah Healthy Acres is a fine blend of traditions and modernity, old and new techniques. It has a gymnasium, indoor and outdoor games, a medicated pool, a small library furnished with books on a variety of topics etc. These things attracts visitors from far and wide places.

Kairali Ayurvedic Resort: Located in Palakkad town, Kairali Ayurvedic Resort is a temple of health and hospitality. It is well equipped with superb facilities and traditional ambiance that lure visitors from all over the globe. This resort is famous for providing treatments in several diseases like obesity, spondilities, Diabetes, Arthritis, premature aging etc.

Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resorts: It is an unique type of beach resort that provides a beach resort with Ayurveda and Yoga. Perched atop a hill that spreads over an area of 15 acres and have traditional wooden houses, stone bungalows and cottages consisting of 50 spacious rooms with attached bathrooms. This beach resort also provides facility of indoor games, fishing, boating and cultural programmes.

Apart from there are some more Ayurvedic treatment centres available in the territory of Kerala.