Somatheeram Ayurvedic Resort – Kerala, India
Overview:
Somatheeram is the world’s first Ayurvedic resort, situated at Chowara Beach, about 9 km south of the renowned Kovalam Beach in Trivandrum, Kerala. Spread across 15 acres of lush greenery, it combines the essence of Tradition, Culture, History, Ayurveda, Yoga, Beach, and Nature.
A sanctuary of healing and relaxation, the resort offers visitors a chance to rejuvenate body and soul through Ayurveda, Yoga, and Meditation in a serene, scenic setting.
Specialties of Somatheeram:
- Scenic hilltop location near the beach
- Authentic Ayurvedic treatments
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions
- Natural, holistic healing methods
- Emphasis on traditional Indian culture and hospitality
Conditions Treated:
- Rheumatism
- Respiratory issues
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Paralysis
- General detox and rejuvenation
Ayurvedic Treatments Offered:
Therapeutic Treatments:
- Pizhichil – Warm medicated oil massages
- Njavarakizhi – Massage with a bolus of cooked rice and herbal milk
- Dhara – Steady stream of herbal oil poured on the forehead
- Sirovasthi – Oil treatment for head ailments
- Vasthi – Herbal medicated enemas (for detox)
- Nasyam – Nasal medication for sinus and respiratory issues
- Snehapanam – Intake of medicated ghee for internal detox
Localized Treatments:
- Kativasthi – Treatment for lower back pain
- Urovasthi – Treatment for chest and respiratory problems
- Ksheeradhoomam – Steam therapy with medicated milk
- Yoni Prakshalanam – Vaginal cleansing therapy
Massage and Rejuvenation Therapies:
- Abhyangam – Full-body therapeutic oil massage
- Kizhi – Herbal bolus massage
- Udvarthanam – Herbal powder massage (dry massage for slimming)
- Lepanam – Application of medicated herbal paste on the body
- Thalam – Application of herbal paste on the crown of the head
- Dhanyamla Dhara – Pouring warm herbal liquid over the body
Special Therapies:
- Marma – Vital point massage therapy
- Lekhaneeyam – Slimming therapy
- Tharpanam – Eye rejuvenation treatment