Cosmetic body massage or a spa treatment isn’t the same as a genuine Ayurvedic one that is more beneficial. Many certified Ayurvedic centers in spread across Indian destinations have become popular for serious health problems. Combing a travel with seeking healthcare facilities is now popular.
This is also termed as Medical Tourism and there are some really good options that can be considered while seeking an India travel.
Before we embark on the best options it is best to know when is the right time for seeking treatments, its benefits and its cost (a major factor that drives the tourism in some parts of India).
Right Time
June to September is a favorable time for treatments. India being a tropical country remains moist, cool and the atmosphere is ideal to support all kinds of health care. Both dust and pollution are at minimal risk. So the body responds positively to the herbal oils (which need to penetrate the skin) and the entire therapy.
Benefits
Auyrveda helps the body mind and soul simultaneously. But it is very successful for chronic body ailments, constant stress related mental issues, and mixed metabolic rates. Even patients who have just completed long sessions of chemotherapy, surgery chose Ayurvedic support systems. It provides an ideal way for rejuvenation and alleviates the beauty too.
Costs
India has always been affordable to every kind of traveler. Even Ayurvedic resorts are available for the budget traveler, medical tourist with issues, and the luxury traveler. Almost all centres have websites and booking and travel plans are adjusted nearly 6 months prior to the tourist coming.
The hospitals also have schemes where the tourist can also avail of consultation post treatment after reaching the country of origin. The cheapest options are the hospitals, which charge USD 1000 (approximately, exclusive of accommodation).
The resorts that give in-house treatment charge anything between USD 60-100 per day depending on the treatment sought. Several five star hotels also give packages from 7 days to 15 days.
Best Options across India
Kerala, southern tip of the peninsular has emerged as the ayurvedic capital just like Rishikesh, which is the yoga capital. But there are several properties that combine general and specific treatments for intensive care. Serious cases are always recommended to the certified hospitals but otherwise the resorts too have genuine professionals who know therapies.
Arya Vaidya Sala, HQ Kottakkal, Kerala. They have branches in Kochi, Kolkata and also New Delhi. It provides budget and luxury lodgings.
Padinharkkara Ayurveda Hospital and Research Center, Palakkad,
Kerala Ayurvedic Natural Health Centre, Calangute, Goa
Ayurvedagram, Karnataka
Indus valley Ayurvedic Centre, Mysore, Karnataka
Most tourists lead hectic lifestyles and need time to unwind the body and mind. Often one considers travelling as an option but lands up with more physical exhaustion. But today’s global traveler can have the luxury of being pampered anywhere in India.
Ideally one should prefer to travel in a place which is best suited to the personality type rather than go by which is the hottest destination recommended by others. Maximum travelers choose areas where they can get spa treatments.
Ayurveda centers are spread in other areas of India too. They also promote calmness and provide solace to the beleaguered soul.
Some of the other geographical locations that have excellent options are:
- Shimla-it is a hilly station that has the most salubrious climes in the country all year around. The mountains are the backdrops of many centers. With a magnificent view and also other exciting areas for sights and sounds it is the perfect destination for a rejuvenating therapy. Triguna Spa and the Sublima Spa are well known in the region. Aromatherapy and cedar Himalayan bath are the best treatments.
- Rishikesh- Luxury travelers come here incognito to savor the taste of India’s best ancient therapies. Narayana Spa and Naturoville Vedic Retreat provide attractive package deals.
- Udaipur- Royal Rajasthan has always been a hot favorite since time immemorial. The spa therapies add to the heritage palace environs. They treat every guest like royalty and send them back hale and hearty. With majestic surrounds one can try the Jiva Spa, Espa, Orient and Royal Spa boat.
Most recommended Ayurvedic centers by the tourists themselves include the ever-popular Kairali Auyrvedic Health Centre. But some people find it over priced. Not all wellness centers are the best and one needs to read and gather information before embarking on the tour.
Ayurveda is an ancient healing system that has been in use for more than 5000 years. It is a pranic medical system that balances the life energies. Any individual seeking treatment will have to find out the dosha (energy type), to figure which therapy works best. Different massages are required depending on the body type and diet. The system uses infuse, and hot herbal oils. Leaves and powder are used also used on the body.
A qualified therapist assesses the medical condition before recommending the therapy or treatment. That strikes the root of the problem. A few weeks are required for the full effect of any massage. Hence a full course of treatment is recommended.
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