NATTIKA BEACH

Nattika is a small village in Thrissur district of Kerala state, south India. It is centrally located about 25 km from Thrissur, Kodungallur and Guruvayur. There is a beautiful beach in this village called Nattika Beach. Nattika is on the west coast of Thrissur. This is an assembly constituency.

Places of worship

The Shree Rama temple of Triprayar is in Nattika Panchayat. This temple has got the biggest Shree Rama shrine in South India. This is considered to be a very holy place for Hindus. There is a famous Mosque also at Nattika Beach. This was built at least three hundred years ago and was renovated around 1985. There are lot of temples in Nattika Like Eyyani temple, Netrakovil temple, Vazhakulam temple,Arikiri temple, Arayam parambil temple, Panakkal Pandikasalakkal Durga Bhagavati temple, Nagadevata temple, Eran Samajam Temple, Thottupura Temple etc.

5 Star Hotels in Nattika Beach

The Nattika Beach Resort

Nattika Beach P.O

Nattika, Thrissur 680566, India

0487 240 4182

One with Nature

Nattika Beach Resort is on one of the picturesque beaches of Kerala overlooking the beautiful Arabian Sea. The resort houses many cottages done in traditional style and built in an eco friendly manner. Run by experienced hospitality professionals, it offers Ayurvedic treatments by certified practitioners.

The Resort

Looking for a laid back holiday? Come to the luxuriant greens and disarming beaches by the Arabian Sea in Kerala. Come home to The Nattika Beach Resort. Located on one of the most beautiful beaches in Kerala, in Nattika, the resort is only about 90 minutes drive from Cochin International Airport. Promoted by the same set of entrepreneurs who are known for their exemplary hospitality in their maiden venture, Coconut Bay at Kovalam, Nattika Beach Resort is open for the guest since late 2009.

50 villas are set out in 16 acres of lush coconut groves by the sea. The breathtaking views of the sea and inviting beaches make stay at these a pleasurable experience. The villas are designed in an eco friendly manner and are done in Four different styles. All follow the traditional kerala architecture principles. The earthy ambience of the place unwinds you the moment you set foot in the resort. 

All the needs of the guest are catered to. The eager to help staff at the resort maintain the standards of the host as described in the Indian traditions. ‘Athithi Devo bhava” literally means that guest is God embodied. 

Facilities

The resort provides multiple facilities so that the guests enjoy a total holiday and all their needs are catered for. Some of them are listed out here. 

Nattika beach Multi Cuisine restaurant: The tiled roof restaurant serves all cuisines. We serve special vegetarian ayurvedic cuisine, Kerala, North Indian, Tandoori and Seafood specialities.

Some of our other facilities include

• Yoga Centre
• Ayurveda Centre
• Swimming Pool
• The resort also offers services like
• Doctor on call
• Laundry
• Taxi service
• Telephone with international direct dialing facility in each room
• Internet
• Fax
• Refrigerator in every room
• Hot water in every room
• Safe lockers in every room
• Cultural Programmes on weekends
• Money changing facilities (we accept all currencies)
• VISA and Mastercard accepted
• Complimentary Wi-Fi in the Reception
• 24 hour front desk
• Daily housekeeping included in the room rate .
• Private bathroom for each unit 
• Our beach facilities include:
• Beach umbrellas
• Reclining beach chairs
• Sea Kayaks

Travel Desk: We also offer assistance in arranging various types of tours. We arrange backwater boat rides, sight seeing trips to local places of interest as well as other major tourist centers, on request. 

AYURVEDA

Overview

Ayurveda, with its origin traced backed to more than 5000 years ago, is the oldest system of health known to man.

The term Ayurveda is derived from two words ayusmeaning life and vedameaning science combined together to mean 'the science of life.'

Considered as an upaveda(subtext) of atharvaveda(one of the four ancient science texts) Ayurveda is believed to be created by brahma -the Hindu god of creation- not only as a system of medicine and treatment, but also as life style science for maintaining physical and mental health and well-being in the individual and social level.

Explained in Ayurveda are the advices for the health and prevent diseases as well as the description about causes, pathology, symptoms, prognosis and treatment of different disease. Also the structure and functions of body, preparation and uses of different medicines etc. are described.

All views and descriptions of Ayurveda are explained rooted on two theories:

1. The panchamahabhootha theory: This theory states that all living and non-living things in the universe is made up of 5 basic elements -

-        Earth

-        Water

-        Fire

-        Air

-        Space

The different proportions in which these elements combine determine the difference in properties among all substances.

2. Thetri dosha theory: This theory is used to explain the physiological functions of beings. The life activities of all living things are attributed to three doshas (life energies roughly) - the vata,pithaandkapha- which too are made of the mahabhoothas. The balanced and synchronised functioning of the three doshas in physical and mental levels creates health and imbalance causes diseases.

All the 3 doshashas different properties and do related but different functions in body. The decrease or increase of a dosha is understood respectively by the under or over expression of its properties in body or mind.

Concept of prakriti (body nature):

Each individual has his own unique proportion of doshas which he acquires at the time of birth and will prevail till death without much change. This proportion called prakriti determines ones built physical and mental characters, immunity, vulnerability to specific diseases etc.

Concept of treatment:

Considering that diseases are caused by either increase or decrease of doshas, there are only two ways to treat them:

either by increasing doshas: brumhanam- building up,

or by decreasing doshas: lamghanam - breaking down.

Lamghanam could be done in two ways:

1. By suppressing the increased doshas by medicines and regulated diet and activities - shamanam(pacification)

2. By removing the highly excess doshas out of body - shodhanam(cleaning).

The renowned panchakarmatherapies are methods of shodhana(cleaning) of different doshas.

Panchakarma:

Panchakarma are the five (pancha) therapies used for cleaning the highly increased doshas from the body. Theyare

-       Nasyam(nasal purification)

-       Vamanam(medicine induced emesis)

-       Virechanam(medicine induced purgation)

-       Nirooham(decoction enema)

-       Anuvasanam(oil enema)

Raktha moksha(bloodletting) is also considered as a main cleaning treatment according to some texts.

The pancha karmas are done only for those with a high imbalance of doshas and one or more therapies from the five will be chosen by doctors only after carefully considering which of the doshas are increased and to which extent.

Ayurvedic treatments are done in different stages.

 The main purification therapies are often preceded by a preparatory phase (poorva karma) which includes administration of medicated ghee and other medicines and different external therapies.

This is followed by main the cleaning therapy (pradhana karma).

After the main cleaning therapy there will be an aftercare (paschat karma) which is followed for the gradual buildup of digestive power, energy and restoration of doshas in a balanced state. This includes regulations in diet and activities and medicines.

This cycle may be repeated several times according to the conditions and progress in symptoms.

In Ayurveda diet and activity regulation is considered equally important as medicines and therapies. So the entire treatment is overseen by special diets, yoga and exercises specific to body nature, climate and imbalance.

Ayurveda at Nattika Beach Resort

At Nattika beach resort we offer varieties of Ayurvedic treatment and programmes decided by well qualified and experienced doctors. The selection of any treatment is purely based on the diagnosis made by our doctors during consultation. 

Once our doctors have diagnosed the Prakruti (Body Nature) and Vikruti(Imbalance), the treatment program is made depending on the period of stay. A strict diet is also advised based on health condition, climate, treatment, etc. Our Multi cuisine restaurant takes care of all your diet need giving special attention on your Prakruti and present health conditions under doctor’s recommendation.

Massage Therapies

•   Ayurvedic Massage Therapies
•   Abhayangam (General Massage) 
•   Padaghata (Special Foot massage or Rejuvenation Massage) 
•   Udwartanam (Powder Massage) 
•   Synchronized Rejuvenation Massage 

 Treatment Therapies

The treatments in Ayurveda are mainly divided into Sodhana (Purificatory) and Samana (Palliative). For all the type of Sodhana treatments there are two pre-requisite viz; Snehana (oleation) and Swedana (sudation). Most of the massage and treatment mentioned below are a combination of these two process & few come under the Samana Chikitsa. Treatments indigenous to Kerala are also mentioned below. 

•   Pizichil
•   Njavarakizhi 
•   Pathrapotali Swedam (Elakizhi) 
•   Choorna Swedam (Podikizhi) 
•   Sirodhara 
•   Ksheeradhara 
•   Thakradhara 
•   Sirovasthi 
•   Greevavasthi 
•   Kadivasthi 
•   Urovasthi 
•   Kashaya Dhara
•   Dhanyamla Dhara
•   Lepam 
•   Netratharpanam 
•   Netraprakshalanam 
•   Anjanam
•   Upanaham 
•   Pichu 
•   Ksheeradhoomam 
•   Face pack 
•   Talapodichil 
•   Nasya 
•   Medicated Steam Bath 
•   Yoniprakshalanam 

Packages & Tariff

Summer Tariff

Ayurveda Summer Tariff         Ayurveda Winter Tariff

Rejuvenation Therapy (Rasayana Chikitsa) {644€ / 14 days} / {46€ / day}
The term Rejuvenation corresponds to the word “Rasayana” in Ayurveda which mean to vitalize all the tissue in the body. Thus this package include therapies ranging from Rejuvenation massage, Njavarakizi etc which helps to Revitalize the body to treatment like Sirovasthi, Sirodhara etc which purifies the mind and inner soul. The package includes treatments ranging for duration of 90min – 2 hrs /day for a period of 7-14 days.

Body Purification Therapy (Sodhana Chikitsa) {658€ / 14 days & 987€ / 21 days} / {47€ / day}
Body purification or Sodhana Chikitsa is one of the prime treatments in Ayurveda aimed to remove all the toxins or free radicals from the body. Based on the condition of the individual and imbalance of Dosas the treatment may include Massage, Snehapanam, Nasya, Vamana, Virechana, Snehavasti, Kashyavasthi, Sirovasthi, Sirodhara, Netratarpana, Karnapooranam etc. Each treatment is aimed to purify specific parts of the body. Additionally Herbal medicines and diet is also advised during this therapy. The result is to make the body free from all toxic waste and to be rejuvenated. This package is useful in curing diseases related to musclo-skeletal system, respiratory system, digestive system, metabolic disorders, psychological disorders and in whole it improves the quality of life and increases longevity.

Slimming Therapy (Apatarpana Chikitsa) {903€ / 21day} / {43€ / day}
Slimming therapy is specifically designed to reduce body weight and give good shape to body. In includes special treatments like Udwartanam, Choorna Swedam, Dhanyamla Dhara, Virechana, Vasthi, Medicated steam bath etc and intake of herbal preparations. A strict special slimming diet is also advised along with few exercises. The duration of treatment may vary from 90mins – 2hrs/ day for duration of 21-28days.

Beauty Care Programme {630€ / 10 days} / {63€ / day}
This programme is specially designed to revitalize the skin thereby increasing the colour & complexion. The package includes treatments like Udwartanam, Lepam, Face pack, Kashaya Dhara, Virechana, Medicated steam bath etc. This is very useful in all type of skin pigmentation, pimples, dark circle around eyes, wrinkles etc. The duration of treatment varies from 60mins -90mins for duration of 10-14days.

Complete Panchakarma therapy {1785€ / 51 days} / {35€ / day}
Panchakarma is among the elite treatments in Ayurveda meant to cleanse all the toxin or free radicals from the body. The process goes in three stages of preparation, main treatments and post treatment. Depending on the condition of patient, duration of the preparation and post therapy may vary. The five main therapies in this are Nasya (Instillation of nasal medication), Vamana (therapeutic emesis), Virechana (Therapeutic purgation), Snehavasthi (Medicated Oil enema) & Kashyavasthi (Medicated Decoction enema). During this process specific diet and medicines are prescribed. The full therapy will require minimum 51 days. The therapy is useful in preventing as well as curing every kind of ailments related to all the body systems. It helps to enhance immunity and also increase life span.

Stress Management Programme{784€ / 14 days} / {56€ / day}
In the present chaotic world the body and mind are infiltrated with all kind of toxins both somatic as well as psychological. This package is the answer to all those who suffer from some kind of stress in life (occupation or family). This package thus includes all kind of relaxation treatments like Massages, Sirodhara, Thalapothichil, Njavarakizhi, Thakradhara etc along with Yoga classes and meditation.

Special revitalizing package {315€ / 7 days} / {45€ / day}
This package is ideal for a short duration stay and is mainly aimed to relax and revitalize the body and mind. The speciality of the package is the addition of synchronized massages along with other relaxating treatments like sirodhara, facepack, medicated steam bath etc. The duration of treatment is approximately 2 hrs.

Psoriasis Management Programme {1113€/21 days}/ {53€ / day}
This special treatment programme includes special Lepam, Abhayangam, Snehapanam, Kashaya dhara, Thakradhara etc along with special diet and internal medicines

FORT KOCHI

Fort Kochi is a region in the city of Kochi in the state of Kerala, India. This is part of a handful of water-bound regions toward the south-west of the mainland Kochi, and collectively known as Old Kochi or West Kochi. Adjacent to this is Mattancherry. In 1967, these three municipalities, along with a few adjoining areas, were amalgamated to form the Corporation of Cochin.One theory for the origin of the name is that it derives from kochazhi which, in Malayalam, denotes "small estuary".

In the BC period, the region that is today known as Kerala was covered by mangrove woods. Turf and sand banks were created with the rise in sea-level which formed the shape of the coastal area as we see it today. The name Cochin implies "co-chin", meaning "like-China". It looked like China when the Chinese came to the region during the 14th century and installed Chinese nets. Mattancherry is the nerve town of old historic Cochin. In old Malayalam it is maadan-cherry, cherry meaning town. Maad or cow was the stamp of Old Royal Fort of Rajah of Cochin, who built his palace after the fall of Kodungallur or Mussaris port due to a gigantic tsunami in 1341 AD.[citation needed] The Perumpadappu Swaroopam or the Forte of Rajah had its palace on the banks of the Calvathy River. Due to frequent wars between King Zamorin of Kozhikode and the western colonial forces, the Rajah left the place for Tripunithura. The king had his vaishnav leanings and cow or maadu was their symbol.

History

A Jain temple in Fort Kochi
Kochi was a fishing village in the Kingdom of Kochi in the pre-colonial Kerala. The territory that would be later known as Fort Kochi was granted to the Portuguese in 1503 by the Rajah of Kochi, after the forces of Afonso de Albuquerque helped him fighting the forces of Saamoothiri of Kozhikode. The Rajah also gave them permission to build a fort near the waterfront to protect their commercial interests. The first part of the name Fort Kochi comes from this fort, Fort Emmanuel, which was later destroyed by the Dutch. The Portuguese built their settlement behind the fort. They also built a wooden church, which was rebuilt in 1516 as a permanent structure, today known as the St Francis Church. Fort Kochi remained in Portuguese possession for 160 years. In 1683 the Dutch captured the territory from the Portuguese, destroyed many Portuguese institutions, particularly Catholic including convents. The Dutch held Fort Kochi in their possession for 112 years until 1795, when the British took control by defeating the Dutch. Foreign control of Fort Kochi ended in 1947 with the Indian independence.


St Francis Church where Vasco da Gama was once buried
A mix of old houses built by the Portuguese, Dutch and British in these colonial periods line the streets of Fort Kochi. St Francis Church was built in 1503 by the Portuguese as a Catholic church. Vasco da Gama was once buried in this church which now falls under the Church of South India and is one of the national monuments. Santa Cruz Basilica, also built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, was later destroyed by the British and rebuilt near the end of 19th century.[citation needed] The landmark that causes more public and visitor interest is a series of pre-colonial Chinese fishing nets on the waterfront, believed to have been introduced by Chinese traders in the early 14th century.

First sources

Since the beginning of Common Era, Arabian and Chinese traders sourced spices, especially pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, sandal wood etc. from the Kochi region. Cultivation and trade of these valuable goods shaped the history of the region. Even today, Kochi is an important centre of spice export. The Arabian traders were the first to know about these spices, and they carried the highly wanted merchandise to Europe. Centuries later, they were followed by the Portuguese, then the Dutch, and afterwards the British.

Around 600 AD

Written documents about the Malabar Coast show that this region had Hindus, Christians, Muslims and a Jewish minority.[citation needed]

Around 1341

The natural harbour of Kochi was created by a flood which also destroyed the harbour of the town Kodungallur. Thereafter, the town developed into one of the most important harbours on the West Coast of India. It concentrated on the spice trade with China and the Middle East.

Around 1500

During this period, Calicut was ruled by king Zamorin and Kochi was ruled by the Maharaja of Cochin. This was the time when the first Portuguese ships berthed at the Malabar Coast: Vasco da Gama in Calicut and Pedro Álvares Cabral in Kochi. The Maharaja of Kochi felt threatened by the Zamorin of Calicut, and he hoped that the Portuguese would help him in his defense from the neighbouring king of Calicut. The Maharaja welcomed the Portuguese, and they founded their first trading center in Kochi. However, the Maharaja of Cochin was largely deprived of his power, and Kochi became the first European colony in India.[citation needed] The Portuguese put pressure upon the small Jewish community, and even the Syrian Christians, who lived there for hundreds of years, had hard times. The Portuguese did not like the idea of a Christian community which did not belong to Rome, and thus they tried to merge the Syrian Christian Church with the Latin Church which consisted of people converted by the Portuguese. This created conflicts with the caste system, because the Syrian Christians had a false belief that they belonged to a higher caste (against the basic principles of Christianity) than the Latin Christians who consisted mainly of poor fishermen from the coast.fort kochi is a place surrounded by water.

Around 1653

Dutch came to Cochin, at the invitation of a deposed prince of Cochin Royal Family and the hereditary Prime Minister of Cochin, namely the Paliath Achan, with the active and open support of the local Syrian Christians and the Dutch conquered Kochi in 1653. The town was now the capital of Dutch Malabar and belonged to the worldwide trading network of the Dutch East India Company. The Dutch also destroyed many Catholic institution in Cochin.

Around 1760

There came uneasy times for Kochi because of trouble between the regional powers. Kochi was devastated by Hyder Ali, then later by his son Tipu Sultan. Tipu Sultan subordinated the town temporarily to the kingdom of Mysore.

Around 1790

Kochi came under the influence of the British around this period. In 1814, Kochi became a part of the Madras Presidency becoming a part of the British colonial empire. The British shaped the country until the 20th century, and Kochi has always been an important harbour and trade center.

1947

Kochi was made the capital of the Union State Cochin after India gained independence.

1956

The Union State of Kerala was with respect to the Malayalam speaking regions with Trivandrum as the capital. In 1956 the first free elections were held and the Communist Party formed the first government of Kerala, the first freely elected communist government in the world.

Main Tourist Attractions

• Indo portuguese museum
• Chinese fishing nets
• Promenade with fresh sea breeze
• Dutch Cemetery
• Southern Naval Command Maritime Museum
• Cochin Thirumala Devaswom Temple
• Sree Gopalakrishna Devaswom Temple (The Only Daivajna Brahmin Temple in Kerala)
• St. Francis Church
• Santa Cruz Basilica
• Bishop's House
• Jewish Synagogue
• Mattancherry Palace

KERALA TRAVEL & TOURISM 

Kerala, a state situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by the National Geographic Traveler, Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives. Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, has made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Growing at a rate of 13.31%, the tourism industry is a major contributor to the state's economy.

Until the early 1980s, Kerala was a relatively unknown destination, with most tourism circuits concentrated around the north of the country. Aggressive marketing campaigns launched by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation—the government agency that oversees tourism prospects of the state—laid the foundation for the growth of the tourism industry. In the decades that followed, Kerala Tourism was able to transform itself into one of the niche holiday destinations in India. The tag line Kerala- God's Own Country was adopted in its tourism promotions and became a global superbrand. Kerala is regarded as one of the destinations with the highest brand recall. In 2010, Kerala attracted 0.66 million foreign tourist arrivals.

Kerala is an established tourist destination for both Indians and non-Indians alike. Kerala is popular for her beaches, backwaters, mountain ranges and wildlife sanctuaries. The city of Kochi ranks first in the total number of international and domestic tourists in Kerala. Other popular attractions in the state include the beaches at Kovalam, Cherai and Varkala; backwater tourism and lake resorts around Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom and Alapuzha; hill stations and resorts at Munnar, Wayanad, Nelliampathi, Vagamon and Ponmudi; and national parks and wildlife sanctuaries at Periyar and Eravikulam National Park. The "backwaters" region—an extensive network of interlocking rivers, lakes, and canals that centre on Alleppey, Kumarakom, and Punnamada—also see heavy tourist traffic. Heritage sites, such as the Padmanabhapuram Palace, Hill Palace, Mattancherry Palace are also visited. To further promote tourism in Kerala Grand Kerala Shopping Festival was started by the Government of Kerala in 2007. Since then it has been held every year during the December-January period. The city of Kochi ranks first in the total number of international and domestic tourist arrivals in Kerala.

The state's tourism agenda promotes ecologically sustained tourism, which focuses on the local culture, wilderness adventures, volunteering and personal growth of the local population. Efforts are taken to minimise the adverse effects of traditional tourism on the natural environment, and enhance the cultural integrity of local people.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS

BEACHES

Flanked on the western coast by the Arabian Sea, Kerala has a long coastline of 580 km (360 mi); all of which is virtually dotted with sandy beaches.

Kovalam beach near Thiruvananthapuram was among the first beaches in Kerala to attract tourists. Rediscovered by back-packers and tan-seekers in the sixties and followed by hordes of hippies in the seventies, Kovalam is today the most visited beach in the state.

Other popularly visited beaches in the state include those at Alappuzha Beach, Nattika beach[Thrissur], Vadanappilly beach[Thrissur], Cherai Beach, Kappad, Marari beach, Fort Kochi and Varkala. The Muzhappilangad Beach beach at Kannur is the only drive-in beach in India.

KOVALAM  BEACH

Kovalam (Malayalam:കോവളം) is a beach town by the Arabian Sea in Thiruvananthapuram city, Kerala, India, located around 16 km from the city center.

Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and true to its name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees. It is also known as the paradise of the south.Kovalam first received attention when the Regent Maharani Sethu Lakshmi Bayi of Travancore constructed her beach resort, Halcyon Castle, here towards the end of the 1920s. Thereafter the place was brought to the public eye by her nephew the Maharaja of Travancore. The European guests of the then Travancore kingdom discovered the potentiality of Kovalam beach as a tourist destination in the 1930s. However, Kovalam shot into limelight in the early seventies with arrivals of the masses of hippies on their way to Ceylon in the Hippie Trail. This exodus started the transformation of a casual fishing village of Kerala into one of the most important tourist destinations in all India.

Main s star hotels in kovalam

Vivanta by Taj , Kovalam, Kovalam

Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam, is delightful in many ways. While to some it is one of the finest seaside resorts in Kerala, to others it is an amazing backwater retreat. And there are those that love it for its hill resort layout. Now it's all that and more. In an exciting new avatar. There's a nice new buzz all over. In the renewed cottages and villas, the nouvelle restaurants, the high energy bar, and the spa where you'll go Ah! The Chef remains as eager to wow you with specially designed meals.

Rooms : 59

Hotel Policies;

Check in       : 1200

check out     : 1200

Cards  :

Amex, Diners, JCB, Master card, Visa

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The Leela Kovalam Beach, Kovalam

The Leela is one of the most prestigious hotels in the Kovalam Beach region. The Leela stands 15 kms away from Trivandrum International Airport and 800 metres away from the Kovallam Bus station for ease of travelling. Owing to this centralized location of The Leela, guests can stop by to visit nearest tourist destinations like, Hawa Beach, Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple, Blessed Sacrament Church and Vizhinjam Fishing Harbour.

If you admire fine living and dining, visit the Leela for a truly unforgettable experience. The Leela accommodates exotic beach-view rooms with their private sundecks for guests to enjoy complete comfort. An exquisite swimming pool and Divya health spa are enriched with luxury to offer tranquillity and rejuvenation for guests at The Leela. Indoor games like snooker and table tennis, and an outdoor jogging park add to the luxury of stay here. Well-designed rooms and suites, all equipped with modern day amenities, offer a truly 

comfortable stay at The Leela.

Rooms:

183

Floors:

3

Hotel policies

Check-In:

1200

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1200

Cards:

Amex , Mastercard , Visa

Location

Area:

Samudra Beach

Address:

Kovalam beach, India

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Turtle on The Beach, Kovalam

Comfort and candor best describe this unique Turtle on The Beach Hotel that is situated near the exotic and pristine Kovalam Beach. Standing 14 kms away from the Trivandrum International Airport and 150 metres from Kovallam Bus Stand, the Turtle on The Beach Hotel offers immense convenience of commuting. With the hotel's centralized location, guests can easily visit the Hawa Beach, Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple, Blessed Sacrament Church and Vizhinjam Fishing Harbour, as they're situated nearby.

If the locales are an important part of your vacation, then Turtle on The Beach Hotel is the spot for you. Turtle on The Beach Hotel is resplendently designed place portrayed with exotic sculptures, glass walls, stone carvings, huge flower pots and water flowing on glass roofs. The rooms are spacious and well-equipped to suit your requirement. A luxurious Spa and swimming pool are arranged at Turtle on The Beach Hotel to offer immense comfort and relaxation. A well-designed business centre with WiFi connectivity add to the conveniences of conducting meetings in the hotel, making it perfect for corporate guests as well.

Rooms : 63

Floors :  2

Hotel Policies

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Check out : 1200

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Location:

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ALAPPUZHA BEACH

Alappuzha Beach is a beach in the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.

The beach has a small park nearby. Alappuzha Lighthouse stands near the beach which is also an interesting spot for tourists. Remains of Alappuzha Sea Bridge, which is in ruins, are still there as a memory of the good old days when Alappuzha port was one of the most famous and important ports in Kerala. The Sea Bridge enabled the passage of goods came via ships.

The beach is one of the best beach locations for movies. Movies like Thashan, sura etc. were shot here partially.

Alappuzha is referred to as the Venice of the East by travellers from across the world. This Backwater Country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala.

The beach usually has a good visitor rush from all over India and most of the European countries.

Location

1 .Nearly 1 km from Alappuzha railway station.

2. 4.5 km from Alappuzha KSRTC Bus Stand.

3. 60 km from Ernakulam south Railway Station

4. 90 km from the Kochi International Airport.

Indian Travel & Tourism

Tourism in India is a large industry. The World Travel & Tourism Council calculated that tourism generated $121 billion or 6.4% of the nation's GDP in 2011. It was responsible for 39,3 million jobs, 7.9% of its total employment. The GDP of the tourism sector has expanded 229% between 1990 and 2011. The sector is predicted to grow at an average annual rate of 7,7% in the next decade. In a 2011 forecast the World Travel and Tourism Council predicted the annual growth to be 8,8% between 2011 and 2021. This gave India the fifth rank among countries with the fastest growing tourism industry. India has a large medical tourism sector which is expected to grow at an estimated rate of 30% annually to reach about  9,500 crore by 2015.

In the year 2011, there were nearly 6.29 million foreign tourist arrivals in India, up by over 8% from the year 2010 when 5.78 million foreign tourists arrived in India. Domestic tourist visits to all states and Union Territories numbered 747.70 million. The majority of foreign tourists come from the United States (16%) and the United Kingdom (12,6%). In 2011 Maharashtra,Tamil Nadu and Delhi were the most popular states for foreign tourists. Domestic tourists visited the states Uttar Pradesh , Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu most frequently. Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Agra have been the four most visited cities of India by foreign tourists during the year 2011. Worldwide, Chennai  is ranked 41 by the number of foreign tourists, while Delhi is ranked at 50,Mumbai at 57 and Agra at 65.

The Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2011 ranked the price competitiveness of India's tourism sector 28th out of 139 countries. It mentions that India has quite good air transport (ranked 39th), particularly given the country’s stage of development, and reasonable ground transport infrastructure (ranked 43rd). Some other aspects of its tourism infrastructure remain somewhat underdeveloped however. The nation has very few hotel rooms per capita by international comparison and low ATM penetration. The Indian government has identified a shortage of 150,000 hotel rooms, with most of the undersupply in the budget sector.

The Ministry of Tourism designs national policies for the development and promotion of tourism. In the process, the Ministry consults and collaborates with other stakeholders in the sector including various Central Ministries/agencies, state governments, Union Territories and the representatives of the private sector. Concerted efforts are being made to promote new forms of tourism such as rural, cruise, medical and eco-tourism. The Ministry also maintains the Incredible India campaign.

India's rich history and its cultural and geographical diversity make its international tourism appeal large and diverse. It presents heritage and cultural tourism along with medical, business and sports tourism.

ECO TOURISM IN INDIA

The set of guide lines and policies for the development of Eco tourism is the result of the initiatives taken by the ministry of tourism in presence of government policy to achieve sustainability in tourism development and to ensure the regulated growth of Eco tourism with its positive impacts of environmental protection and community development. These guide lines have been evolved after analyzing and papers available on the subject including the  guide lines for the development of national parks and projected area for the tourism of the World Tourism Organisation ( WTO ).

1. PATA code for environmentally responsible tourism
2. Environmental guide lines of the WT (World Travel) and Tourism Council ( TC )
3. The Himalayan codes of conduct prepared by the Himalayan tourism ( H T ) advisory board
4. Eco tourism  guide lines Eco tourism society.
   
   The ministry of has a committee comprising experts and Eco tourism promoters to deliberate on the issues to prepare basic papers for the formulation of an Eco tourism policy. The contribution of this committee headed by Mischadden , cherinc mishra , Joint Secretory  as well as the deliriousness f the Himalayan tourism advisory board in the preparation of these guide lines have been sustainable. 

KERALA TRAVEL & TOURISM

Kerala is a state on the tropical Malabar coasts of south-western India. Nicknamed as one of the "10 paradises of the world" by National Geographic,Kerala is famous especially for its Eco-tourism initiatives. Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, has made it one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Growing at a rate of 13.31%, the tourism industry significantly contributes to the state's economy. Kerala is known for its tropical backwaters and pristine beaches such as Kovalam.

Popular attractions in the state include the beaches at Kovalam, Kappad, Muzhuppilangad, Cherai and Varkala; the hill stations of Munnar, Thekkady, Nelliampathi, Ponmudi and Wayanad; forts like the Bekal Fort in Kanhghad and St.Angelo's Fort  in Kannur and the National Parks/ Wildlife sanctuaries at Periyar and Eranakulam. The "backwaters" region—an extensive network of interlocking rivers, lakes, and canals that centre on Allepey, Kumarakom, and Punnamada also see heavy tourist traffic. Heritage sites, such as the Hill Palace, Mattancherry Palace are also famous. Cities such as Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode and Trivandrum are popular centres for shopping and traditional theatrical performance.

The Grand Kerala Shopping Festival (GKSF) claimed to be Asia's largest shopping festival was started in the year 2007. Since then it has become an annual shopping event being conducted in the December–January period. During this period stores and shops registered under the GKSF offer wide range of discounts, vat refunds etc. Along with the guaranteed shopping experience, shoppers are provided with gift coupons for a fixed worth of purchase entering them into weekly and mega lucky draws. As compared to shopping festivals being held in other countries, this Festival converts the entire state of Kerala into a giant shopping mall, incorporating not just the big players, but also the small and medium scale industries.

The state's tourism agenda promotes ecologically sustained tourism, which focuses on the local culture, wilderness adventures, volunteering and personal growth of the local population. Efforts are taken to minimize the adverse effects of traditional tourism on the natural environment, and enhance the cultural integrity of local people.

Kerala & Ayurveda Tourism

Which comprises two words Ayu and Vedha. Ayu means life and Vedha means knowledge of  science so the literery meaning of the word Ayurveda is the science of the life. Ayurveda is a science dealing not only with the treatment of some deceases but it is a complete way of life. Ayurveda is a concept and practice from vedhas. it is 5000 years wisdom distiled to a system of practice. Ayurveda aims at making happy, healthy and peace full society. Ayurveda much more than the well being of the body. Ayurveda defines as health as ' purity' of the body. It leaves not nearly to the well being to the individual; it  leads to the well being of universe.

The system of science stress on the prevention of body ailments in addition to carring them. This tradition of natural healing system has been  a part of cultural and daily life in India. Its the most natural way to refreash yourself, climate and all toxic in balance from the body and the resistance and good health.

A person is seen in Ayurveda as unique individual made up of all primary elements. These elements are enter air, fire, water and earth just as in nature. We have these five elements in as are in balance in environment. Ayurveda is a science of art living that is living in a manner use full to the society. Ayurveda originated in India more than 1000 years ago.

It is believed to be the oldest healing science. Besides dealing with the maintenance of the health. It is also developed a wide range of measures to compact illness.

Types of Ayurveda Treatments

1. Abyankam ( 14 days )
2. Dhara        ( 14 days )
3. Kativasthi  
4. Kizhi
5. Ksheeradhoomam
6. Labanam
7. Nasyam 
8. Nyavarakizhi
9. Pizhichil 

   Abyankam

Special type of oil massage in which stroke are given according to the deceases for 45 minutes /day ( 14 days ). The treatment is very use full especially for Diabetic. 

Dhara

In this process some herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk etc are poured on the fore head in special manner for about 45 minutes. The treatment is mainly for mental tension and skin deceases.

Kativasthi

In this process specially prepared warm medicated oil is kept over the lower back with herbal paste. It is specially for back pain and spinal disorder.

Kizhi

Herbal leaves are applied to the whole body with hot medicated oil. It is much usable swelling, sports injuries etc.

Ksheeradhoomam

This is treatment with medicated cow milk  and it is suitable for nerve disorder and speech disorder.

Labanam

This is a process by which medicated herbal paste is applied on the effected part. In order to care informatory condition.

Nasyam

Herbal juice and medicated oil applied through nose which is suitable for head ache, para deceases and skin deceases. 

  

Njavarakizhi

It is the process which the whole body or any specific part is applied with certain puddings in mussling bang. this is suitable for fail of joint and high blood pressure.

Pizhichil

In this treatment warm herbal oil is applied all over the body by two or more trained therapist

Kerala Tourism & Spa Treatment

The term spa is associated with water treatment which is also known as balneotherapy. Spa towns or spa resorts (including hot springs resorts) typically offer various health treatments. The belief in the curative powers of mineral waters goes back to prehistoric times. Such practices have been popular worldwide, but are especially widespread in Europe and Japan. Day spas are also quite popular, and offer various personal care treatments.

The term is derived from the name of the town of Spa, Belgium, whose name is known back to Roman times, when the location was called Aquae Spadanae, sometimes incorrectly connected to the Latin word "spargere" meaning to scatter, sprinkle or moisten.

Since medieval times, illnesses caused by iron deficiency were treated by drinking chalybeate (iron-bearing) spring water (in 1326, the ironmaster Collin le Loup claimed a cure, when the spring was called Espa, a Walloon word for "fountain").

In 16th century England, the old Roman ideas of medicinal bathing were revived at towns like Bath, and in 1596 William Slingsby who had been to the Belgian town (which he called Spaw) discovered a chalybeate spring in Yorkshire. He built an enclosed well at what became known as Harrogate, the first resort in England for drinking medicinal waters, then in 1596 Dr Timothy Bright after discovering a second well called the resort The English Spaw, beginning the use of the word Spa as a generic description.

It is commonly claimed, in a commercial context, that the word is an acronym of various Latin phrases such as "Salus Per Aquam" or "Sanitas Per Aquam" meaning "health through water".This is very unlikely: the derivation does not appear before the early 21st century and is probably a "backronym" as there is no evidence of acronyms passing into the language before the 20th century; nor does it match the known Roman name for the location.

Spa Treatment

A body treatment, spa treatment, or cosmetic treatment is non-medical procedure to help the health of the body. It is often performed at a resort, destination spa, day spa, beauty salon or school.

Typical treatments include:

• Aromatherapy
• Bathing or soaking in any of the following:
• Hot spring
• Onsen (Japanese Hot Springs)
• Thermae (Roman Hot Springs)
• Hot tub
• Mud bath
• Peat pulp bath
• Sauna
• Steam bath
• Body wraps, wrapping the body in hot linens, plastic sheets and blankets, or mud wraps, often in combination with herbal compounds.
• Facials, facial cleansing with a variety of products
• Massage
• Nail care such as manicures and pedicures
• Nutrition and weight guidance
• Personal training
• Skin exfoliation, including chemical peels and microdermabrasion
• Yoga and meditation
• Waxing, the removal of body hair with hot wax

Types of Spa

• Ayurvedic spa, a spa in which all treatments and products are natural and it's often used as alternative medicine.
• Club spa, a facility whose primary purpose is fitness and which offers a variety of professionally administered spa services on a day-use basis.
• Cruise ship spa, a spa aboard a cruise ship providing professionally administered spa services, fitness and wellness components and spa cuisine menu choices.
• Day spa, a spa offering a variety of professionally administered spa services to clients on a day-use basis.
• Dental spa, a facility under the supervision of a licensed dentist that combines traditional dental treatment with the services of a spa.
• Destination spa, a facility with the primary purpose of guiding individual spa-goers to develop healthy habits. Historically a seven-day stay, this lifestyle transformation can be accomplished by providing a comprehensive program that includes spa services, physical fitness activities, wellness education, healthful cuisine and special interest programming.
• Hot tub, an outdoor spa used for bathing and self cleansing
• Medical spa, a facility that operates under the full-time, on-site supervision of a licensed health care professional whose primary purpose is to provide comprehensive medical and wellness care in an environment that integrates spa services, as well as traditional, complimentary and/or alternative therapies and treatments. The facility operates within the scope of practice of its staff, which can include both aesthetic/cosmetic and prevention/wellness procedures and services. These spas typically use balneotherapy, employing a variety of peloids.
• Mineral springs spa, a spa offering an on-site source of natural mineral, thermal or seawater used in hydrotherapy treatments.
• Resort/hotel spa, a spa owned by and located within a resort or hotel providing professionally administered spa services, fitness and wellness components and spa cuisine menu choices.
• Mobile spa, a spa which provides services at home, hotels, or wherever you are.