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Ayurveda is a holistic healing science which comprises of two words, Ayu and Veda. Ayu means life and Veda means knowledge or science. So the literal meaning of the word Ayurveda is the science of life.  The history of Ayurveda which can be traced back to the Vedic Ages clearly lays out instructions to maintain health as well as fighting illnesses through therapies such as massages, herbal medicines, diet control and exercise. Ayurveda is a complete way of life. Since ancient times Ayurveda has stood for the wholesome physical, mental and spiritual growth of humanity around the world. Today, it's a unique, indispensable branch of medicine, a complete naturalistic system that depends on the diagnosis of your body's humours - vata, pitta and kapha - to achieve the right balance. Kerala is probably the only state in India where Ayurveda is used as a mainstream medicine. Kerala's equable climate, natural abundance of forests (with a wealth of herbs and medicinal pla...

Much of our daily life is spent living in our heads, focused on what we are thinking, versus what we are feeling. With the demands of work and home, we are often required to mentally stay one step ahead just to get through our day. But if we navigate life led by our thoughts alone, we miss out on a world of information available to us through our bodies and spirits.  If we don’t quiet our minds they make us unhealthy and want to overeat or drink. Meditation can truly help us lose weight as it provides a feeling of being full that no cake will ever top. The ancient practice of meditation is as integral to yoga as the poses, with the same intention: not to tune out, but to tune in to a frequency long forgotten, or perhaps undiscovered. Meditation is about becoming acutely aware of what is going on within you, as well as learning to tame your mind so you can focus all your energy and awareness on the task at hand. The practice of meditation helps you stay centred regardless of...

Nature & Green Walk Nature Walk is a unique way of exploring the virgin natural beauty of Thekkady. It is an interpretive scheme that offers travellers a great opportunity to explore the exotic wildlife of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, amidst tranquil and peaceful natural ambience. Opting for such nature treks allows you to enjoy the rich aroma of nature and come across its diverse flora and fauna far away from the hustle and bustle of the modern crowd. Nature Walk remains one of the major tourists draws in Thekkady . It is an interpretive sandal protection trekking programme offering an excellent opportunity for watching birds, butterflies and other wildlife through a range of habitats during the 4-5 km 3-hours walk. These programmes are offered between 7 am to 3 pm in different nature trails inside the Park. The trails often pass through evergreen and moist deciduous forests interspersed with marshy grasslands. The Nature walk is the right programme to feel na...

Yoga Yoga refers to the spiritual discipline that includes meditation, exercises, physical postures, breathing techniques. It is done to improve physical health, mental health, relaxation, and overall well-being of the individual. Yoga is a Sanskrit word, which means ‘connection’ or ‘union’. It can be used to mean any type of connection. For example, it could be a connection with other people, or with the divine. The health benefits of yoga need no new emphasis; it is a centuries old practice of holistic self-healing that brings forth harmony between body and mind. Inner Peace: A sense of inner peace and harmony pervades your life when you practice yoga. Even simply concentrating on your breathing will bring you a moment of calm. Various health benefits: Our circulatory system gets a brilliant boost from yoga. It improves body strength and balance. It ensures better health in terms of lungs, heart, muscles as well as digestive organs. It also gives you better sleep. ...

If you are looking for best Ayurveda therapies in Kerala , then Thekkady is a suitable place for you. The fine Ayurveda hospitals, treatment centers and resorts in this hill station help you to undergo Ayurvedic therapies and treatments. Just plan for some Ayurveda holidays in Thekkady so that you can experience refreshing massages and therapies while exploring this stunning hill station. Ayurveda is a way of living life rather than a kind of treatment. From its name, Ayur means life and veda means knowledge. Ayurveda is perhaps the oldest system of health care in the world and it originates from the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda believes in soul and its importance. Existing in a more subtle form before the existence of physical form is known as soul. The ancient Ayurvedic Acharyas of India believed in the energetic essence of soul over illness. Treatment in Ayurveda consists of Anna and Vihara prescribed jointly or separately, depending upon the illness and the stat...

Planning a vacation is a tricky business. You should be very careful and think about many factors like accommodation, transportation, food and everything you do on your trip. Places to Visit in Thekkady 1.  The Periyar Tiger Reserve - Thekkady The Periyar Tiger Reserve is Kerala's most popular wildlife sanctuary. Extending over an area 777 km. in size with a 26km artificial lake, the sanctuary is home to elephants, tigers, bison, wild boars, langurs and deer and a fascinating variety of other species. 2. Ottakathalamedu A trip was best undertaken at dawn or in the evening to view a spectacular sunset. 3. Chellarkovil The view encompasses the plains of Theni as well as Mangaladevi, the highest point in the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Read more at  Kofiland Resorts Thekkady Activities 1.  Trekking, Rock Climbing and Camping The Thekkady area is largely mountainous and offers excellent opportunities for adventure sp...

Ayurveda is an ancient lifestyle practice which aims to create harmony within the body. Practised widely in India, it works on the belief that all life forms have a "dosha" - a unique mix of energies known as "vata", "pitta" and "kapha". This is similar to the Western idea of elements - water, fire, earth, and so on. The Sanskrit term 'dosha' is probably the best-known principle of Ayurveda today, the fundamental goal of Ayurvedic practice is to maintain your own innate 'doshic' balance.” “Initially, there are three doshas or body types. Vata is composed of ether [space] and air. Pitta is composed of fire and water. Kapha is composed of water and earth. Each one of us has a unique combination of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. But there are also duo and tri-doshic types, for example, Vata/Pitta or Vata/Pitta/Kapha.” “Each dosha type has specific tendencies. For example, Vata means 'to move' or 'to enthuse.'...

Jungle Scout This program envisages a three hour night trek providing a rare opportunity to observe some of the interesting nightlife of the Thekkady forest such as civets, mouse deer, flying squirrel and various nocturnal bird species. Participants will be contributing directly to protecting the buffer zone and fringe areas of the Reserve as they travel in the company of forest watchers and trained guides. A trek ideal for younger visitors fit and disciplined enough to walk in the silence of the night. Three-time slots are offered along two routers. Common Palm Civets forage mainly at night. The likelihood of encountering predators during the day may have favoured nocturnal foraging behaviour. The Indian Spotted Chevrotain (Moschiola meminna) is often referred to as the Mouse Deer. However, in recent times, Indian Spotted Chevrotain seems to be the preferred usage. This diminutive animal is nocturnal in habit, making it very difficult to see one in daylight. ...

What is Organic Farming? The introduction of chemicals in farming got many delirious at the sight of what they could accomplish. Yields exploded. At the start, the soil was healthy. Any damage brought about by chemical fertilizers was hardly noticeable. Pests had not developed resistance to the chemicals. The technology spread across the world as it was considered the revolution in agriculture. Flash forward to today, and many people are marvelling in organic farming again. This is after learning that conventional farming methods come with a host of problems including health-related diseases like cancer, pollution, degradation of soil and water, and impact on domestic animals. Organic farming is a technique, which involves cultivation of plants and rearing of animals in natural ways. This process involves the use of biological materials, avoiding synthetic substances to maintain soil fertility and ecological balance thereby minimizing pollution and wastage. In other words, ...

The Periyar Tiger Reserve - Thekkady -4.2 km from Kofiland The Periyar Tiger Reserve is Kerala's most popular wildlife sanctuary. Extending over an area 777 km. in size with a 26km artificial lake, the sanctuary is home to elephants, tigers, bison, wild boars, langurs and deer and a fascinating variety of other species. Evergreen and semi evergreen rainforests with the canopy at times reaching a height of 40 to 50 metres vegetate the reserve. The Periyar and Pamba rivers flow through the forest to form a large artificial lake where the animals come to drink. Community-based ecotourism is the hallmark of the Periyar Tiger Reserve with programs conducted by locals who, by taking tourists along enhance the visitor experience with their intimate knowledge of the forest beside helping in protecting the park and earning a livelihood out of it. Guests at Kofiland resorts may go on guided safaris through the park at different times during the day and at night besides availing...