Overview
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Languages- Malayalam, English
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Best Season- September - March
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Weather- Summer 20°C to 37°C, Winter 18°C to 32°C
How to Reach:
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Air- As there is no airport in Kumarakom, this destination is accessible through the Cochin International Airport, just 70 km away. Another nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, which is around 171 km away. Both airports receive regular flights and are well-connected with the country's important cities.
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Rail- Kumarakom, a beautiful small place, does not have a railway station of its own, and the nearest railway link is Kottayam railway station, around 16 km away, which receives both local and express trains. It is connected with the prime cities in and around Kerala.
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Road- Reaching Kumarakom by road is relatively easy, with the main road junction of Kottayam being just 14 km. State and National Highways pass through the city connecting it with every important city in India. There are regular bus and taxi services available.
Treatments
Ayurtheeram, the healing center at Golden Waters, is one of the largest Ayurveda centers in the Kumarakom backwater region, with 10 therapy rooms. Each room is exceptionally well-appointed to carry out treatment or a massage individually. The gracefully carved hall of the center is a depiction of different treatment methodologies that are found in the holistic approach to healing.
Some of the ayurvedic facilities are mentioned below:
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Pizhichil- Treatment for arthritis, nervous disorders, paralysis, sexual weakness, etc. The Ayurveda doctor generally decides the duration as per your requirements.
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Nasyam- Herbal juices and curative oils are applied through the nose for 7 to 14 days. It cures headaches, mental disorders, and paralysis.
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Sirovasthi- This is an Ayurvedic treatment where medicated oils are poured into your ear for about 15 minutes to 60 minutes per the patient's requirements. It cures dryness of nostrils, mouth, and throat and facial paralysis.
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Kativasthi and Urovasthi: In these two programs, herbal oils are massaged in different body areas to renew your senses and improve your blood circulation.
Other therapies that are practiced are:
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Njavarakizhi
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Udvarthanam
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Snehapanam
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Sandhi Vatha Chikilsa : arthiritis treatment
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Swasa Kasa Chikilsa
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Kizhi
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Rejuvenation treatment
Shodhan Chikilsa or Body Purification Therapy
The Golden Waters team and Kumarakom doctors follow a most systematic and scientific approach to healing your body and mind. The Panchkarma Package is a favorite with the clients. Herbal massage oil made from curative and rare herbs found in Kerala and the Himalayas is used all over the body, which helps to soothe the nerve end.
The therapeutic effects of Ayurveda work wonders for tired nerves and aching bones. You could well try massaging treatment once a fortnight for best results.
Apart from Ayurvedic Facilities in Golden Waters, you can also practice Yoga programs and feast on their Ayurveda diet.
Room Types
There are 28 old-fashioned serene cottages on the banks of the canals. Interestingly, some of the cottages are erected on stilts in the water. Enjoy a comfortable stay in these spacious cottages, offering a great canal view. You can reach these cottages in two ways- either by boat or foot by crossing rustic bridges and cobbled paths. A great thing about staying in these cottages is that you can indulge in fishing from your windows. Avail every modern amenity during your stay in these air-conditioned cottages with fantastic décor.
Dining
Following are the dining options at golden Waters:
Meenukulam – Hook n Cook restaurant -An air-conditioned seafood restaurant where along with enjoying relishing seafood delicacies, you can also indulge in cooking freshly-caught fish. The décor of this restaurant is modeled on an ancient Kerala architectural style- Nallukettu. Enjoy meals while being close to nature.
Natakshala –The Restaurant of Performing Arts-A multi-cuisine restaurant built along the canals, offers a selection of delicacies of various Kerala regions and other cuisines. Relishing meals here is a different experience as you enjoy classical dance performances in this open-air restaurant. The interior is traditional and attractive.
Facilities
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Conference hall
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Ayurveda center
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Restaurants
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Water sports (Skiing/Rowing country boats)
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Country Boat
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Backwater/ Sunset Cruise
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Houseboat Cruise
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Pottery making
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Curio shop
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Cycling
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Cultural tour
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Nature walk
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Bird Sanctuary trek
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Driver's accommodation
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Banquet facilities
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Swimming pool
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Shopping arcade
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Travel counter
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In-house canal cursing
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Children's playground
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Lobby lounge/Bar
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Car park
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Sauna/Steam room/Spa
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Back-up Power Generator
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Library/Reading Room/Area