EXCITE - Culture and AdventureAnanda offers an opportunity to undertake exciting excursions, exhilarating activities and refreshing nature walks.
One can choose to trek north to the “Kunjapuri” temple, with stunning views of the snow capped Himalayan peaks, and sacred surroundings. To the south lies a downhill trek to the “Laxman Jhula” through thick Sal forests, culminating at an evening by the river Ganges.
Guests may also choose white water rafting in the Ganges, which can be an unusual experience, and one to cherish. Safe, yet thrilling, one can expect to get completely soaked, and have a lot of fun as well.
The Ganga aarti is a deeply spiritual experience. Performed each evening at sundown on the banks of the holy river Ganges, it propagates peace and the sense of co-existing as one with the elements of nature. The performance of the Aarti by the Ashram Gurus, the singing of bhajans (hymns) by the saffron robed disciples, the fragrance of incense and camphor as it permeates the air, the mesmeric light of myriad diyas, the sound of the rushing river, the setting sun mirrored in sparkling ripples on the flowing water, the intensity of the people as they sway in unison, all combine to create a surreal atmosphere.
www.anandaspa.com/facilities/externACQUIRE - Spa BoutiqueThe spa complex houses a boutique where arts, crafts and accessories specially designed and developed for the resort are available. One can find high quality goods from all over the country. At a short drive is Rishikesh, which offers up delightful handicrafts, religious and decorative pieces, and Indian clothing. Shopping with the Ganges River as a backdrop can be as relaxing as it is pleasurable.
www.anandaspaboutique.comADMIRE - Views to delight the spiritually awareAnanda is nestled in the Himalayas, and is surrounded by nature at its most beautiful. All rooms, suites, villas and the spa offer panoramic views of the elements. Be it relaxing at the pool, dining at the tree-top restaurant, or taking a walk along the trails, one can expect to be mesmerized by views of Sal forests, the Ganges, the Doon valley and the palace of the Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal. Equally stunning are the views of the snow capped peaks.
www.anandaspa.com/pgal/photogal.aspSAVOR - Ananda Rejuvenation CuisineAnanda serves up a delightful and nutritious mix of cuisines from all over the world. The wide menu is spread across 5 multi cuisine dining options, each aesthetically designed, providing different settings for different moods and offering a wide array of eclectic dishes, replete with stunning vistas and experiences.
To follow Ayurvedic dietary principles one has to consider individual body types; personality; response to factors like stress, weather and factor in the time of year and life. Each individual is categorized into body types – Vatta, Pitta and Kapha depending on activity level, medical condition and lifestyle.
The Ananda menu places emphasis on the importance of a balanced diet. Ayurvedic food can be divided into six fundamental categories according to taste: sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent, with each taste containing nutritional factors that the body needs for proper functioning.
www.anandaspa.com/dining/default.asINDULGE - Spa ExperienceThe journey from the palace to the spa snakes through woods and manicured lawns. The reception of the spa is an airy atrium hall, where natural breeze flows through ancient pines and wild flowers. The spa consists of three levels including a state-of-the-art gymnasium overlooking the gardens of the Palace and the valley of Rishikesh. The gymnasium has its own training master and a hall for aerobics.
Separate wet spas for men and women offer the following facilities:
A Finnish sauna overlooking the valley and the forest
Turkish steam bath
Chilled plunge pool
Jacuzzi with spectacular view
A footbath area, with natural rounded Ganga pebbles of different grades, in which, the water temperatures change from one segment to the other segment of the footbath
A built in hydro-massage system
Therapy rooms offering treatments like ayurvedic massages, detoxification, hydro body exfoliating / scrub rub, water jet, cellular massage, Swedish and Thai massage. The massage rooms are equipped with private aromatic baths, and rest rooms. Each of these rooms has individual showers.
www.anandaspa.com/spa/default.aspENJOY - Walks, Safari, ActivitiesThe nature walks, which start early in the mornings, is completely nurturing, and gives complete time and peace of mind to contemplate and admire the surroundings when they are at their most immaculate. The walk starts with a glass of juice followed by a stroll along the trail with a guide. At a particular point, guests have the opportunity to be guided to a deep meditative experience. The walk ends with a ginger/lemon tea and a relaxed soak in the pool, spa or sauna.
If guests wish to explore the surrounding culture, they may choose to walk to local temples, market places and religious spots, soaking in the color and way of life of the place.
For wildlife lovers, the Rajaji National Park offers a perfect opportunity to observe the wild, up close. Leopards, and for the lucky ones, tigers are in attendance to make it a day to remember, along with domesticated elephants, Sambhar Deer, the Grey Langur, the Red Rhesus Macaque, the Barking Deer, the Peacock, Quails, Hornbills, Hawks, Falcons, Vultures and many other birds of prey. Chilla, the region of the park open to tourists, also has a large reservoir for water birds. The Rajaji National Park is located close to Hardwar, and is only about 20kms from Rishikesh.
www.anandaspa.com/facilities/defaulRELAX - Meditation and CulturalThe day at Ananda starts off with meditation and personalized sessions are also conducted. Following the age old ways to re-unite with nature and the inner-self, guests are guided along to complete peace and serenity.
Weekends’ evenings are dedicated to portray the life and culture of the place. Talented young performers from the nearby children’s home come to entertain and enchant the guests.
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