Svatma Ramnivas
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Set in the idyllic village of Asikkadu, near Mayavaram, is the brand new center of holistic wellness, Svatma Ramnivas.
Svatma Ramnivas is an oasis of calm surrounded by lush greenery and organic farms. On offer is a programme of ancient healing called Siddha. Unique to Tamil Nadu, Siddha medicine is a system of traditional medicine that dates back several centuries. The practitioners who are known as Siddhars have passed on this healing tradition over generations.
Svatma Ramnivas is an oasis of calm surrounded by lush greenery and organic farms. On offer is a programme of ancient healing called Siddha. Unique to Tamil Nadu, Siddha medicine is a system of traditional medicine that dates back several centuries. The practitioners who are known as Siddhars have passed on this healing tradition over generations.
Accommodation: 15 luxury rooms
Food: Organic vegetarian food prescribed by Siddha doctors.
An integral part of the stay is the wholesome food prepared with fresh, organic ingredients that is best suited for the individual to detoxify. Svatma Ramnivas sources its organic produce like milk, whole grains and vegetables from the surrounding villages.
Wellness: Meditation Yoga and sound therapy forms part of the programme. The unique Sound Spa ‘Swaram’ is used to trigger meditative techniques and induce deep healing from within. There are many guided meditation practices and self-healing techniques that can be taught by experienced Siddha practitioners.
Central activities: Culinary class in the special guest experience kitchen
Bronze casting demonstration of the famous cire perdue or lost wax technique by master craftsmen.
Chanting of Veda by priests with the inherent meanings explained
Chamber concert by vocalists, percussionists, flautists in carnatic tradition with a discussion on mood evoked by Raga renditions.
Location: Nearest airport - Trichy, 120 kms from Svatma Ramnivas- 2.5 hours drive
Nearest railway station - Myiladuthurai/ Mayavaram Junction
By road - 260 km from Chennai
Itinerary: Chennai-Mahabalipuram-Pondicherry-Chidambaram- Svatma Ramnivas
C M D House, New Street, Asikkuadu, Maraiyur (Post) Kuttalam, Tamil Nadu – 609806. India
+91 98408 80182