SOMATHEERAM

AYURVeDIC Health RES

SOMATHEERAM AYURVEDIC HEALTH RESORT

AYURVeDIC Health RES

SOMATHEERAM
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10 x TIMES AWARDED AS “THE BEST AYURVEDIC CENTRE”

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The ancient teachings of Ayurveda are undoubtedly among the most impor-
tant ingredients of Indian culture.
They form the cornerstone of Somatheeram, the fi rst resort to have made
Ayurvedic teachings well-known beyond India’s borders. Its aspiration was
to provide Ayurveda, yoga and meditation in a peaceful and captivating
setting.
Somatheeram is an Ayurvedic centre that adopted a holistic approach and at
the same time reflected India’s culture and beauty.
Somatheeram is situated on the picturesque Malabar Coast in the
southern Indian state of Kerala. The location is just 30 minutes
or 21 kilometres from Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) Inter-
national Airport. The resort itself is situated right by the sea – far
away from mass tourism, in the peaceful neighbourhood of the
village of Chowara.

Kerala is close to the equator, so the climate is pleasant all year

round. The months from June to October, the Monsoon period, is
highly recommended for Ayurvedic treatments.
The months from October to February are regarded as the high
season because of their temperate climate.

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1. We live the Spirit of Ayurveda to enable you to find harmony 4. The German-Indian management is our secret of success
within yourself. to provide authentic Ayurveda at the highest possible level.
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2. For approximately 30 years now the Somatheeram family has 5. You deserve to have someone who will take the time for
been growing continuously: Experience the feeling when your you alone. Our highly qualified Ayurveda-Team guarantees to
health is the centre of attention of our Ayurveda team. pay its full attention to your individual needs.
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3. The highest award for Ayurveda Resorts certifies our ambition 6. Ideal expert advice is the key to success for your treatments.
to provide the best Ayurveda in India. Somatheeram Ayurvedic Our European Service Office takes care of all your
Health Resort is the only Resort which has received the award questions and needs prior to your welcome by our team in
continiously for „Best Ayurvedic Centre“ in the past years. Somatheeram.

Simply the best

Somatheeram is the undisputed No. 1 amongst all Ayurveda Resorts. So far it has been awarded ten times
by the Department of Tourism as “The Best Ayurvedic Centre”.
With this government certified appreciation of its services and quality, it spearheads all other resorts, which offer
Ayurvedic services.
Somatheeram also holds other seals of quality as the “Green Leave Certification” by the Government of Kerala.

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“A person is deemed healthy when their physiognomy is balanced, Ayurveda is a philosophy of life concerned with the preservation of a healthy
their digestion and metabolism are in good working order, life-style. It arose about 5,000 years ago in India and is considered the world’s
their tissue and excretory functions are normal and their soul, mind oldest documented system of medicine. The earliest written records go back
and senses are in a state of constant inner happiness.” 3,000 years.
Sushruta, Ayurvedic doctor, 1000 BC The term “Ayurveda” has its origin in Sanskrit. “Ayus” means life or life-span;
“veda” means knowledge or also science. The composite term Ayurveda there-
fore means not just “knowledge of life”, but embodies an aspiration to live one’s
life in the best-possible state, physically and mentally. The Ayurvedic philosophy
aims towards a long and above all healthy life in the sense of a balanced style of
living – based on the three pillars of body, mind and soul.
The emphasis here is not only on the treatment of disease, but also on prevention
through purification and revitalisation.

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The person is seen as a unity of body, The right balance of the Doshas is essential for physical and mental health.
mind and soul – and any course of treatment An unhealthy and unbalanced life-style or changes in the person’s circum-
must therefore be geared to the patient’s individual needs. Any course of stances cause a shift in the natural balance. In Ayurvedic teachings this dis-
treatment therefore starts with an initial examination by the doctor in charge. turbance of the equilibrium is seen as the cause of disease.
This includes not only recording the case history and the current living ha- The goal of any Panchakarma treatment is the restoration of this balance.
bits, but also a pulse diagnosis and a physical check-up. In this connection, The elementary features of any course of treatment are oil massages and
deciding on the Dosha type according to the Ayurvedic Tridosha model various herbal and purification treatments as well as yoga and meditation.
plays a very important part. The precise treatment programme has to be drawn up individually for each
Doshas exist in every person in his or her own personal mix from birth. guest. The same applies to the Ayurvedic diet plan. Depending on the Dosha
They should always be in harmony with each other – even if their relative constitution, the same spice or ingredient affects the balance of the Doshas
strengths can shift in the course of a lifetime. in different ways.

Left: Our oils are manufactured in our

own production – according to internati-
onal GMP Standard

Right: Sirodhara – very suitable for

treating insomnia or migraine

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Based on our experience, we have put together various Panchakarma

packages as selected treatment regimes.
The package price covers the cost of accommodation, treatment, yoga,
meditation, Ayurvedic full board and other services such as transfer to and
from the airport.
Should your state of health call for further treatment, the doctors will discuss
this with you and notify you of the cost.

Please find details in our Tariff Booklet.

Treatments

Sirodhara, Sirovasthi or Kizhi may be known but

Somatheeram offers over 30 different kinds
of Ayurvedic treatments. After your first consultation
our doctors will decide which kind of single treat-
ments are the most efficient for your constitution.

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Yoga alleviates mental stress and encourages relaxation and inner peace.
Furthermore, yoga can also be therapeutic – both as a remedy and as a pro-
phylactic. In the Ayurvedic teachings, yoga and meditation are an essential
part of any programme of treatment to establish a balance between the Doshas.
In all but a few cases, yoga and meditation practice are integral parts of the
daily schedule.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced participant, the extensive
experience of our yoga teachers is sure to deepen your knowledge and skills.

Somatheeram offers different timings for

beginner and advanced participant courses.
Daily group courses are included in the
different Ayurveda Packages. Single less-
ons can be booked additionally.

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The right diet is a key to a healthy and fulfi lled life – and all the more so
during a stay in Somatheeram. If you want to improve your health, lose
weight or purify the system, you should resort to Ayurvedic cuisine attuned
to your particular constitution.
Integral to each course of Ayurvedic treatment is the appropriate diet.
During the initial examination, the Somatheeram doctors compile a perso-
nal Ayurvedic diet plan for each guest – in accordance with his/her personal
Dosha or constitution. Various types of fruit, freshly pressed juices, exotic
spices – all these promise a varied and tasty nutritional regime. Of course,
the cuisine also includes non-Ayurvedic dishes from Europe and China.

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An Ayurvedic meal thrives on the art of composition. The various ingredients

are skilfully combined in terms of flavour, colour, consistency and preparation method.
The food has a pleasant aroma, stimulates the appetite and contains all six rasas or tastes in carefully
measured quantities. An Ayurvedic meal is above all else balanced and in every respect wholesome.
For it contains all the ingredients necessary for health: proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals
and trace elements. The preparation method and the combination of foods make the meal particularly
agreeable and easy to digest. Roughly 200 different Ayurvedic dishes are available.

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The building style is traditional South Indian, while the standard of furni-
shings and hygiene is decidedly European. All the rooms are appointed with
a shower, toilet, fans, mosquito nets, and telephone. Depending on the exact
position of the accommodation, the beach is merely 1 to 5 minutes away.

Sidhartha Deluxe Suite

Sidhartha is a villa with a spacious living room and bedroom. As a
deluxe suite with its own terrace, it affords an unparalleled panoramic
view of the sea. Its special attraction is a bathroom beneath the
open sky.

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Interior example Kerala Deluxe Suite

Kerala Houses
The Kerala Houses were the traditional homes of
southern Kerala Houses in former times.
The houses are up to 300 years old and were
rebuilt after elaborate restoration. Distinctive
features are the timber construction method and
the use of antique doors and furniture.
In the standard category, the guest has a
bedroom and bathroom. The deluxe units are
more spacious and some have a separate
living room.
Accommodation example Kerala Standard

Cottages
These bungalows built of natural stone
or brick in the typical southern Indian
style are equipped with shower/WC, fan
and mosquito net. The Special Cottages
feature an A/C and sea view from either
the room or the terrace. The light-
flooded and modern Deluxe Cottages
are located at prime spots and offer bay
windows with seating facilities, as well
as a private terrace with sunbed on top
Interior Deluxe Cottage Deluxe Cottages
of that.

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SOMATHEERAM AYURVEDIC HEALTH RESORT Chowara P.O., South of Kovalam

WWW.SOMATHEERAM.ORG Trivandrum - 695 501
Kerala, India
Phone: +91-471-22 665-01
Fax: +91-471-22 665-05
[email protected]

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