Spice Village, Periyar
Spice Village is a cozy resort located in Kumily, a town close to the renowned Periyar aka Thekkady in Kerala. Spice Village is specially designed for city folks who want some time away from the maddening pace of the city life, yet cannot do with out the city conveniences. The resort makes an ideal romantic getaway. From misty mountains to spice plantations, the settings around Spice Village has everything to enamour you. This visually appealing resort will also charm you with its salubrious climate and cardamom hills. Spice Village provides you with accommodation in cottages that are made of bricks and logs. The elephant grass-thatched roof resembles the traditional tribal huts and is made using techniques employed by the tribals. Despite being very traditional in its structure and lookout, it incorporates all the modern day conveniences and the latest amenities. The resort strikes a fine balance between the traditional and modern features. Air conditioning is intentionally avoided to maintain the natural feel of theresort.
At Spice Village, the guests get an opportunity to sample authentic Kerala dishes, prepared in local flavours. The meals served here taste best when they are enjoyed at an unhurried pace. Generous with spices and coconut, you can relish these dishes comfortably seated on the wooden tables. You can chose to have your meals outdoors , sitting on the veranda as well. When you are struck by the hunger pangs between your meals, head straight to the 'Tiffin room', and take a few light bites. The furniture in rosewood are pieces from a restaurant that was built a century ago. If you loved what you eat here and is waiting to experiment them at your kitchen, attend the cookery classes conducted here.
Spice Village is a great destination to indulge in some Ayurveda treatments. You can leave all your stress behind and get yourself pampered with the healing and rejuvenation therapies that are available here. Expert masseurs and well-qualified Ayurvedic doctors at Spice Village will work together to give you a new lease of life. BOOK NOW
Facilities
- Sugar Free/Diabetic Diet
- Vegetarian Diet
- Jain Diet
- Buffet
- Table d'Hote
- A la Carte
- Local Traditional Dishes
- Vegetarian
- Traditional Kerala Breakfasts
- Full Cooked Breakfasts
- Cocktail Bar
- Room Bar
Water Safari :
There are several ways to explore the Periyar Tiger Reserve. The most popular is by boat, which allows visitors to watch animals drinking at the lakeside. Two hour trips are booked at Spice Village, and the best chance of sighting animals is in the early morning or at dusk. It's an eerie sensation passing by the forest branches which poke out from the water, stretching through the mist like dead men's fingers. Many animals come to the water's edge and it is one of the few places in the world where elephants can be observed at close quarters from the safety of a boat.
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Forest Treks :
It can be arranged for you to venture deep into the tropical forests. Accompanied by a tribal guide, you will be dropped off by boat at the far end of the lake, from where you proceed on foot, quickly leaving behind the crowds. It is only safe to travel at certain times of the day, but your guide will know more about the jungle than the wild animals which roam the savannah grasslands and woods.
Cookery Demonstration :
For those who want more than just a taste of the delicious Kerala cuisine, cooking classes are held by the chef every evening. You get a chance to see for yourself how the dishes are so carefully made. You could also try your hand with the earthenware pots and pans and make your own variation of the Kerala savouries. The Keralafish curry, appam, avial etc. have a very exotic flavour. The method of preparation is so different that it makes Kerala cuisine very distinct and liked by all. Enough reasons to watch, learn and try for yourself.
Spice Village's Ayurvedic Centre
The Spice Village offers the following therapies at It's Ayurvedic Center under the guidance of an expert vaidyan (Physician) whom you may consult for a fuller understanding of symptoms and appropriate treatment. It is well equipped with a dispensary and qualified resident staff.
Dhara : A mental relaxant consisting of herbal oils .and medicated butter milk poured on the forehead and sometimes on the body as well. Good for insomnia, mental tension and certain skin problems. Proposed Period: 7 to 21 days or according to condition.
Sirovasthi : A treatment that anoints the head with special herbal oils. Good for headaches and Vatha originated ailments. Proposed period: 7 days or according to condition.
Pizhichil : A special kind of massage with herbal oils. Good for rheumatic ailments and nervous disorders. Proposed period: 7 to 14 days or according to condition.
Njavarakizhy : A treatment that induces perspiration through the external application of medicated rice concocations. Good for joint pains, arthritic conditions and certain skin diseases. Proposed period: 14 days or according to condition.
Udvarthanam : A massage with herbal powders. Good for obesity, paralysis and certain rheumatic disorders. Proposed period: 14 to 28 days or according condition.
Massage-General : The body is massaged with herbal oils and powders. Tones improves circulation and restores energy and vigour.
Medicated Steam Bath : The body is exposed to the rejuvenating vapours of special leaves and herbs that are boiled. Eliminates toxins, reduces fat tissue and good for certain skin disorders.
Nasyam : A variety of herbal preparations are used to cleanse the nasal passage.
