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KERALEEYAM
(Heritage Home & Ayurvedic Resort) 
Ambience of a traditional Kerala Home built
70 years back with breathtakingly beautiful backwater frontage, Heritage style air-conditioned
accommodation, Traditional Kerala cuisine and 3000 years old Ayurvedic
Rejuvenation Massage. Located at Alappuzha (Alleppey) Kerala, India. Kerala
is one of the greenest stretches of land in the world situated in the South
Western tip of India in Asia. Kerala can boast of bright and sunny weather and
refreshing rain. Alappuzha (Alleppey) is the gateway to the famed backwaters of
Kerala, one of the largest and most picturesque water lagoons in the world. Alappuzha (Alleppey) is 1˝ hours drive by road from Cochin
Airport or 3 hours from Trivandrum International Airport. A 15 minute
boat-cruise from Alappuzha (Alleppey) boat-jetty takes you to Keraleeyam. Keraleeyam is a Heritage Home and Ayurvedic Resort, located at a
breathtakingly beautiful spot facing the backwaters. Keraleeyam is housed in a
traditional, tiled Kerala home built 70 years back. The environment is green,
healthy with dense vegetation making the air Oxygen rich.The calm and quiet
atmosphere at Keraleeyam is ideal place to unwind , rest and relax. FOOD
Traditional Kerala cuisine of rice and spicy curries, are served on plantain
leaves, `Puttu' (or steamed rice-cake with coconut gratings prepared in bamboo
shell ) etc. are served in traditional style. Choice of selected of Continental
and Chinese cuisine is also offered Keraleeyam
serves traditional Kerala food in befitting
style. Dining is furnished in traditional ambience.
Food served in Plantain leaves is an experience you can have nowhere else.Kerala
rice and spicy curries offer a mouth watering delicacy.Vegetarian and non-
vegetarian menu options are available.
Limited choice of Chinese and Continental cuisine is also available. Fresh water
fishes like "Karimeen" (Pearl spot), Tiger Prawn and Lobster add
variety to the menu.Traditional breakfast of "Puttu" (steamed rice
cake with grated coconut prepared in bamboo shells) Kadala and Pappadam offers a
lingering taste MASSAGE
Ayurvedic Massage is trusted for over 3000 years as safe and
effective.Ayurvedic Rejuvenation massage recharges the body, rejuvenates
totally, builds up resistance to diseases, recoups youthful vitality and
improves complexion in a natural manner.Medicines used in Ayurvedic Massage are
prepared in our own 60 year old factory. ENTERTAINMENTS
Entertainments galore are offered at Keraleeyam. Cruising in the picturesque
backwaters, staying in house boats, riding an Indian Elephant, watching
traditional art-forms, angling, listening to fortune-tellers , canoeing, village
tours etc. keep the visitors entertained and engaged. Seasonal festivities like
Onam and temple-utsavs(festivals) entertain visitors if their visit falls in the
right season of the year Entertainments
galore await you at Keraleeyam.
Boat Cruise along picturesque backwater lagoons, amidst
lively villages is an unforgettable experience. Lazing around in a
houseboat eases nerves like nothing else.
Try "Yoga" by the backwaters for relaxation. Kathakali, ancient form
of Kerala tells a whole story by hand and facial gestures. Ride an Indian
Elephant feel like a King.
Watch precision acrobatics of "Kalaripayattu" traditional
martial art form of Kerala. Dress up like a Kerala Bride and Groom for a photo
session. Listen to the fortune tellers and foresee your future. Visit a temple
and experience divine peace.
Go angling and get a prized catch.
Seasonal specialities : If you are lucky to land up at the right season of the
year you may witness a temple festival. Caparisoned elephants, vadyamelam (
traditional orchestra ) and fireworks create a magical festive aura.
Snake Boat race : Snake boats, long sleek country boats paddled by a 100
oarsmen, glide over the backwaters in close, tight competition during snake boat
races.
Onam : Festival of flowers, colour, fun and frolic. Onam is the best known
festivity of Kerala attracting visitors world wide. During Onam the people,
flora and fauna of Kerala join together in celebration.
Unique art, dance and sport forms like Thiruvathira Kali (Women's group dance)
Kaduvakali (Dances painted with tiger stripes) and
Snake Boat Race add gaiety to Onam.
ACCOMMODATION
Heritage style air conditioned rooms, with traditional ambience in décor
and interiors. Modern private amenities are attached. Cots, tables and
chairs are handcrafted in traditional style |
| Heritage style air conditioned rooms with modern
private facilities attached. The facility has a panoramic backwater
frontage.Interiors reflect ambience of traditional Kerala homes.Cots,
Tables and Chairs are handcrafted in traditional style.The gentle
refreshing breeze, flowing from the backwaters make your stay at
Keraleeyam a heavenly experience |
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A "Kalithattu" or open air theatre
in-front of Keraleeyam, periodically stages folk art-forms.The property is
so exclusive that it accommodates only 11 people at a time.The environment
is green, healthy and unblemished by pollution or other evils of
modernisation.Our villages with its traditional tiled
houses,temples,canals,simple and friendly people offer a unique experience
to the visitor.Keraleeyam is the right place to unwind, in peace and
harmony with nature
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'Palkanji'
or Rice Porridge : Rice porridge known as `palkanji' is prepared by
adding coconut milk with Malabar spices to cooked rice.This is served in
golden bronze
vessel with leaf spoon. Try this with your breakfast. |
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| Aleppey
Town : Alleppey town (now called Alappuzha)is built around canals.
Town has a lots of bridges and old buildings with typical Kerala
architecture |
| Fortune
telling by astrologer : Kerala is famous for astrologer who can
predict your future by reading your palm or horoscope |
| Typical
Kerala village : Ideal for walking holidays. Calm, peaceful and
beautiful landscapes all around. |
Typical
Kerala Temple : Majority of Kerala temples are made of wood.
They are constructed
according to classical Indian architectural computation.Temples are sacred
places of worship for Hindus. |
| Coconut
palm bridge : Kuttanad has a large network of small and large canals.
Single large coconut palm tree is put across to bridge the canals. |
| Traditional
Kerala Welcome : Traditional Kerala Welcome. Instead of shaking hands
guests are welcomed with a smile and 'Tilak' on forehead |
| Ayurvedic
General Body Massage : 3000 year old Ayurvedic Massage using
Ayurvedic herbal oil reduces
stress, strain and fatigue , relieves body aches , restores energy
reserves of the body and makes you feel like 'born again' |
| Ayurvedic
face massage : Ayurvedic face massage is done using special herbal
preparations and creams.This helps to clean the face skin.Improves
complexion and skin texture |
| Traditional
Indian Welcome : No shake hands .We say ' Namasthe' - by bringing the
hands together. This is how we say welcome in India. |
| Wooden
House boat : An old wooden goods carrier boat is now converted into a
luxurious house boat with bedrooms, sit -outs, toilet and kitchen. |
| Elephant
ride : A rare opportunity to see an Indian Elephant. Indian Elephants
are friendly to visitors.
You can feed them and ride on them. |
| Arrival
at Keraleeyam by country boat : We pick up our guests from Alleppey
Town in country boats or motor boat. Keraleeyam is accessible by
road also. |
| Nassium
: Nassium is an Ayurvedic Treatment which involves nasal application
of herbal oils. Nassium offers relief from severe headache, migraine, etc. |
| Food
at Keraleeyam : Traditional delicious foods served on plantain
leafs. Limited choice of chinese and continental food are also
available. |
| Kerala
utensils : Traditional cooking vessels are made of brass or bronze
having long necks and round bottoms. Special Kerala delicasies like "Iddli"
, "Puttu" , "Nool puttu" , are prepared in these
utensils |
Photosession
: Kerala costumes are very typical and simple . Keraleeyam offers its
guests Kerala costume to dress up like a bride and groom for getting
photographed |
Canoeing
in country boat.
Kerala has the largest backwaters in Asia. People live in small houses
surrounded by water. Canoes are used for their transport |
Dhara
Dhara is continuous pouring of medicated fluid in a thin stream on the
forehead. This Ayurvedic procedure is excellent for sleeplessness,
migraine, headache etc. |
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Ayurvedic
Massage is trusted for over 3000 years as a safe and effective method to
attain total rejuvenation and relief from chronic aches and pains.
Ayurvedic Massage recharges the body, reactivates the mind, recoups
youthful vigour and vitality, builds resistance to diseases and improves
complexion.
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Ayurvedic
Massage offers lasting relief from chronic aches and pains like backache,
joint pains, stiff neck, migraine and rheumatic pains.Visitors undergoing
the massage is laid on a wooden "Thoni" while herbal oils are
applied by the Masseur. Trained masseurs conduct the massage under the
supervision of expert Ayurvedic physicians.Medicines are home made at our
manufacturing facility with a tradition of excellence spanning over 60
years
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| Ayurvedic Treatment for
Chronic Ailments. |
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Ayurveda,
the 3000 year old, Indian system of medicine is even today superior
to modern medicine in alleviating many chronic ailments, Keraleeyam"
is managed by S.D. Pharmacy Group, one of
the largest & most respected corporate houses in Southern
India with a tradition spanning over 60 years of service
in Ayurvedic system of Health care Rheumatic pains are relieved for a
sustained period by Ayurvedic Massage
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Modern
medicine prescribes non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs with
potentially fatal after-effects for rheumatic pains. These drugs
offer a very transient relief
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Backache
and stiff-neck are relieved for a long period by Ayurvedic Massage
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Migraine
which has no effective remedy in modern medicine is relieved for a
sustained period by `Dhara' or pouring herbal oils on the forehead in a
continuous stream.
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"Psoriasis"
a skin ailment of auto immune status is relieved by Ayurvedic
Therapy
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Massage is done under supervision of Eminent Physicians and
trained masseurs |
| Ayurvedic
Rejuvenation Therapy |
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Name of procedure
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Actual process
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Benefits
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Relative benefit
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Thirummal
(General Body Massage)
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Luke warm herbal oil is
applied on the body and gently massaged.
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Tones up muscles, improves
blood
circulation.
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Offers a much better feeling of
rejuvenation when compared to other massages.
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Aavisnanam
(Medicated Steam Bath)
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Steam bath in a chamber filled
with herb enriched steam
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Opens up skin pores, flushes out
accumulated dirt and dust. Reduces subcutaneous fat.
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Powerful and complete cleansing of
skin when compared to any other cleansing procedure
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Sanjeevanam
(General Rejuvenation Therapy)
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Special process of massage with
herbal oils followed by bath in herb enriched steam
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Cleanses the skin, tones up
muscles, improves blood circulation.
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Offers a very remarkable feeling
of rejuvenation and well being.
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Pizhichil
(Therapeutic whole body herbal oil massage)
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Luke warm herbal oils are applied
all over the body by gentle massage
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Offers sustained relief from the
rheumatism, arthritis, paralytic states, sexual weakness
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When compared to the modern
medical approach using extremely dangerous anti inflammatory
drugs that lead to serious after effects like skin
sensitisation, kindney failure, Pizhichil is a much better
alternative.
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Njavarakizhi
(Applying special warm herbal rice preparation by boluses on
the body)
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Sweating the body by applying
comfortably warm formulations. "Kizhi" for
formulation is made of special rice and herbs.
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Controls BP and cholesterol
without internal medication.
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The chemical control of
BP and dietary control of cholesterol has serious after effects on a
long term basis. This procedure controls BP and cholesterol with no
internal medication.
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Pathrasweda
(Sweating by applying leaves and herbal steam)
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Body is made to perspire profusely
by applying herb and leaves enriched steam.
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The procedure cleanses skin pores
and smoothens circulation
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There is no equivalent
procedure in modern medicine
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Udvarthanam
(Body massage with speical herbal powders)
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Gentle body massage with herbal
powders.
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Relieves hemiplegias, paralytic
states.
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There is no procedure of
comparable efficacy in the allopathic system.
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Nassiam
(Nasal application of herbal oils and juices)
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Herbal juices and oils are
administered as nasal drops
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Effective for migraines, headaches
and some psychological disorders.
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There is no therapy of sustained
effect for migraine and most of the psychological disorders in
modern medicines.
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Sirovasthy
(Therapy by retaining medicated oil on the head)
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A cap made of palm shearing is
placed on the head. Lukewarm medicated oils are poured into
the cap and retained for sometime.
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Effective for severe headaches and
some paralytic condition.
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Only very dangerous chemical
oriented therapy is available in modern medicines.
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Abhyangam
(Applying selected medicated oil by special process on the body
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Medicated oil is applied by a
unique massaging process
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Controls obesity, effective
therapy for diabetic gangrene
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There is no alternative of
comparable efficacy in modern medicine
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| 3000 YEARS OLD AYURVEDIC MASSAGE |
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Ayurvedic Massage is trusted for
over 3000 years as a safe and effective method to attain total
rejuvenation and relief from chronic aches and pains. Ayurvedic
Massage recharges the body, reactivates the mind, recoups
youthful vigour and vitality, builds resistance to diseases and
improves complexion. |
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Ayurvedic Massage offers lasting relief
from chronic aches and pains like backache, joint pains, stiff neck,
migraine and rheumatic pains.Visitors undergoing the massage is laid on
a wooden "Thoni" while herbal oils are applied by the Masseur.
Trained masseurs conduct the massage under the supervision of expert
Ayurvedic physicians.Medicines are home made at our manufacturing
facility with a tradition of excellence spanning over 60 years.
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