Imagine a truly relaxing holiday without the stress of packing, planning, booking multiple accommodations, or treading through unaccustomed territory-a holiday solely for securing wellness and equanimity.
Called a 'spa-cation', it is the key to getting over your woes and worries through immersive spa treatments, ancient restorative systems and healing sciences. When you do call on such an experience, the centuries-old Indian traditions of Yoga, Ayurveda and Meditation will likely transpose your trials and tribulations to leisurely requiescence. And where else would your ideal destination be, if not the birth-place of Yoga?
Set amid a tranquil landscape at 3000 ft. above sea level, Ananda Spa of the C&C Alpha Group under the directorship of Bhanu Choudhrie is one of the finest spa getaways in the world. Revered by various travel gurus and vouched for by several celebrities, Ananda translates into 'utter bliss' in Sanskrit -which is what it promises.
Palatial at every step of the way, Ananda is a mesmerising sight to behold. Nestled amid manicured grounds in the foothills of Himalayas, it offers a panoramic view of a meandering, crystal blue Ganga on one side, a pristine valley underneath, and the lush abundance of Sal forests on the other side. If these settings don't get you hooked, the experience surely will.
Endeavouring to offer harmonious healing, Ananda Spa extends a bouquet of services for everyone–liberating meditation sessions for nirvana seekers, ancient healing sessions like Reiki, Yoga and Ayurveda treatments for health freaks and decadent spas for the ones who are simply here to indulge in some relaxation and rejuvenation.
Although the core treatments here are Ayurvedic, there is a perfect fusion of oriental and modern offerings as well. The mix of eclectic treatments available is tailored to harmonise the three 'doshas'- Vata, Pitha and Kapha (the vital life energies) adhering to the ancient Ayurveda principles. Yet there is no hint of asceticism, rather it epitomizes luxury and grandeur.
A flagship venture of Shanti Hospitality Ltd, Ananda excels against the high benchmarks of the hospitality of its parent company. With a dedicated spa, panoply of day activities and a truly delectable restaurant offering ample healthy choices on the menu, your time here will be an escape like no other.
Martin Wynn
