Jupiter in the 9th gives India victory !

Providence ( Jupiter in the House of Fortune ) saved India yet again. Master Batsman Sachin Tendulkar got Man of the Match Award for his blistering 85, but then he had as many as six lives.

Four Paki fielders let him off, Misbah, Y Khan, Afridi and Akmal. He survived two close calls for lbw and stumping. Today was his day.

Let us see the astrological factors.

Yesterday was Dhanishta, his kshema tara or 4th star or Lucky Star. But Dhanishta, which ruled for 57 Nadis ( 23.5 hours ) or right throughout the day was not so good for India or Dhoni. For Dhoni, it was his vipat tara, or adverse star. Hence the nervousness of the Indian spectators and viewers !

For Sehwag, this was his sampat tara or favourable star. Even though he scored only 38, he hit the premier Pak bowler, Umar Gul, for five fours in one over. He hit Gul off his length !

When we analysed, we knew that some factors were adverse and we did remedial measures to overcome those adverse factors. We knew that the Transit positions of Jove and Saturn are benign and so ultimately India will triumph. ( As for me, I fasted in the afternoon, as I badly needed an Indian triumph. I indulged in prayers and meditation right throughout the day and relief came from tension at 1000 PM ).

For Pak, the transits of Jupiter and Saturn are not so benign. Jupiter in the Tenth is Dasame Darika Vadham or adverse for their Ego. Saturn in the 4th is also disconcerting and affected their batting performance in this WC. Not even one Paki batsman had scored a century and they were reckoned formidable because of their excellent bowling !

On 25th, Mars moved over to Pisces, ending some bad luck for India. After then Indian bowling became efficient and fielding improved. Indian fans were afraid that bowlers and fielders might put Sachin & Co down ! But in the QF and SF, Indian bowling and fielding rose to the occasion. The mighty Australians were restricted to 260 in QF and in SF, Pak were bowled out for 231 !

On 30th, yesterday when India won, the Birth Number is 3, represented by Jupiter. Hence it is safe to assume that it was the No 3 in Numerology, or Jupiter in Astrology favourable, which gave India victory. It was also a diplomatic victory, as the Indian and Pak PMs shared lunch together and we hope many bilateral issues will be resolved !

Sun Moon Opposition

The Sun Moon Opposition is called Pournami in Sanskrit, when the Moon is 180 degrees away from the Sun.

The Sun Moon Conjunction is called Amavasya in Sanskrit, when the Moon is conjunt 0 degrees with the Sun.

The Super Moon is a Full Moon. The Super Moon is a term coined by the astrologer Richard Nolle.

Yesterday, there was an earthquake in Japan, measuring about 6 on the Richter scale. Japan is devastated by explosions in nuclear reactors, earthquakes and tsunamis or harbour waves !

In 2005, Tsunami struck fifteen days before the Super Moon date. This time almost one week before.

One has to be wary of this week.

Super Moon ravages Japan !

Those who decry Astrology should see the post on Super Moon which we posted on 10th. The Tsunami ( japanese for harbour wave ) struck on 11th, causing widespread destruction.

The Super Moon is a Full Moon. Full Moon means that the Moon is away from the Sun in Opposition and New Moon means the Moon is near the Sun in conjunction.

This phenomenon is known to astro savants and to the Indian mind, Astronomy, Astrology and Mathematics are epistemically correlated.

Some people, due to the influence of Anti Paganism, decry Astrology. This is because during early childhood, they have been taught by the ignorant priesthood that Astrology is hog wash !

The priesthood, sunk in Nescience, believes in the phenomenon of water turning into wine and such irrational miracles. They believe in the Immaculate Conception, which is not physiologically possible ! Another dogma is the Resurrection, which is not scientifically possible.

Super Moon, the cause of Tsunami ?

JupMerSun			Ket
Mar	RASI
Ven			Moo
Rah			Sat

The Lunar Perigee ( when the Moon is closest to earth ) is called Supermoon and is believed to cause earthquakes and natural disasters.

That Moon causes tides is well known and Supermoon may affect tides.

On Mar 19, the Moon will be 221,567 miles from earth, the nearest point in 20 years.

There were Superomoons in 55,74,92 and 2005 and these years were characterised by extreme weather conditions.

Weatherman John Kettley said about the phenomenon on Mar 19th."A moon can't cause a geological event like an earthquake, but it will cause a difference to the tide. If that combines with certain weather conditions, then that could cause a few problems for coastal areas."

Astrologically, Sun will be at 334 degrees and Moon at 143 degrees.

As a remedial measure, the mantra of the Moon Om Saum Somaya Namah can be chanted. Also the Gayatri mantra, as natural calamities affect the psyche of universal humanity !

Om Bhoo Bhuvah Swah
That savithur varenyam
Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi
Dhiyo yo no prachodayath

Some astronomers, who decry Astrology, says there wont be much problem during this phenomenon of Extreme Super Moon.

We are giving the Anti Thesis ( to the Astrological Theory of Lunar Perigee) here, the opinion of Pete Wheeler of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy.

Wheeler stated, "(The Earth will experience) just a lower than usual low tide and a higher than usual high tide around the time of the event, but nothing to get excited about."

"Remember in the past, planetary alignments were going to pull the sun apart. It didn't. Astrologers draw a very long bow most times. Normal king tides are about all I would expect out of this Super Moon prediction," he added.

The Web world is in fact, influenced by the Super Moon phenomenon and this is very much evident in Google trends, a public facility of Google Inc, based on Google Search, that shows how often a particular search-term is entered relative to the total search-volume across various regions of the world, and in various languages.

Within a few day, the Earth could be headed for a big showdown. Some experts also claimed that huge storms, earthquakes, volcanoes and other natural disasters will occur on Saturday, Mar 19. On the very day, the moon will swing around Earth more closely than it has in the past 18 years.

Extreme Super Moon is the term coined by those who are well versed in the Art of the Nine Revolving Heavens ( Astrology ).

Jove in the 9th heralds good news !

FDI in Retail has been advocated by the Economic Survey of 2011. There can be private participation in the social sector.

It is good that the farm sector has clocked in 5.4% growth. Forex reserves at $297 billion. The foodgrain production has gone up to 232 million tonnes.

With the financial planet, Jupiter, in the favourable House of Fortune, this good news has come in.

As food prices rise, there is an imperative need for immense investment in the agri sector. It is due to the good performance of the agri sector that the economy has clocked in 8.6% growth.

The survey calls for a second green revolution. As the world is undergoing a Food Crisis, the solution is to upgrade agriculture so that India becomes the granary of the world.

As far as the stock market is concerned, every correction is good.

Mars and Cricket

In Cricket Astrology, Mars is the planet of Cricket and the 3,6,7 and 11 houses are very important.

The Third House signifies ability, courage, hands, energy, fitness, mental strength, intelligence. The Sixth House represents enemies, victory, action and competition. The Seventh House represents the opponent. The Eleventh House represents fame, gain, fulfillment of desire, ambitions, profits, wishes and desires.

Sagittarius represents ground playing games and the Signs which trine Sag like Leo and Aries also become significant. Aries is the natural Ascendant of the Cosmic Man or Kalapurusha and Leo, the sign of sports and games.

Mars represents the organising ability, administration, competition, determination and energy ( sathvam kujo ) . Mars is the most important planet in Cricket Astrology and you will find powerful Mars in the horoscopes of Cricketers. The power of 3,6,7 and 11 Houses also denote cricketing success.

Mars is in the 7th House in Aries, forming Ruchaka Maha Yoga, in the horoscope of Kapil Dev.

Mars is exalted in the horoscopes of Wadekar, Gavaskar and Tendulkar.

Mars is powerfully posited in Scorpio in the horoscope of the Wall ( Dravid ).

In Ganguly's horoscope, Mars aspects the 6th and 7th Houses.

Mars tenants the Ascendant in Srinath's horoscope.

Mars is powerfully posited in the 3rd in Sehwag's horoscope.

Mars aspects the 5th House, in Yuvraj's horoscope.

Mars is powerfully posited in own sign, in C K Nayudu's horoscope.

Mars is placed in the 5th, in Leo, in Bradman's horoscope.

Summer Rains in Kerala

Yesterday it rained heavily for more than two hours. Started from 0600PM and lasted till 0830 PM.

There is a saying in Malayalam " Kumbha mazhayil kathirum pookam " - that anything will sprout during the summer rains in the sidereal months of Aquarius.

Temperature may rise to more than 40 degrees win the sidereal months of Aquarius ( Kumbha ) and Pisces ( Meena ).

Kerala receives more than 400 mm rains during the summer. This comes as a big relief from the blistering heat. And when Kala Varsha ( South East Monsoon ) comes, people welcome it as a merciful release, even though it can wreak havoc on the "rural infrastructure" !

Kerala Climate affected by Global Warming

Climate Change, wrought about by Global Warming, has had its impact on Kerala.

The Solar transit of Alpha Aquilae is on. From Feb 6th onwards, the Sun will transit Alpha Delphini ( Dhanishta or Avittam ).

The longish North East Monsoon, and the retreating coldness which came later, saw the temperature rise in Kerala. Now it is 35 degree Celsius. In Palghat, 38 degrees were recorded.

Cold ocean winds reduce the heat. These winds have started operation quite earlier than last year.

Hot air rises high in the atmosphere and the cold winds from the ocean fill this void. These winds are there from 1100 AM onwards, coming from the Bay of Bengal. These winds reduce the temperature of the land.

Intense heat is beginning to be felt in Trichur and Palghat. Irrigation has been started in agri lands and this time it was started earlier than usual. Normally irrigation start from the sidereal month of Sagittarius or Dhanus ( from 15 Dec onwards ).

Even though rains have been above the average last year, still potable water problem will persist. From the latter half of February onwards these winds will retreat, making Kerala a very hot place ! Palghat may record heat more than 40 degrees Celsius ( the highest temp recorded last year ).

It is relief for Keralites that the dusty Palghat winds have not strengthened now. Diseases are propagated by these winds.

The current climate - because of the longish monsoons - is favourable for mango trees now. But then if the winds acquire more power, tender mangoes and flowers will fall.

There are reasons for the premature heat experienced now. Climatic changes and the changing rhythms of Kala Varsha ( South West Monsoon ) and Thula Varsha ( North East Monsoon ) are the causative factors. The South West Monsoon exited only after 27 days than normal. The North East Monsoon gave rains till the 15th of December.

Once the rains retreated, cold climate was felt till mid Jan.

Rising temperature has been reported in Kerala. The annual temperature is rising, according to the stats from Trichur, Trivandrum and Kottayam centers. The temp of the water on Trichur paddy fields in now 35 degrees Celsius. The normal temp is 30 degrees.

The summer rains which come in March and April keep the temperature stable in Kerala. Heat comes down in the rain falling areas. But then this will not solve the potable water problem. To the drinking water problem, Rainwater Harvesting has been recommended as the solution.

Sisira Rithu, the Mango Season

The sidereal months of Sagittarius and Capricorn constitute Hemanta Rithu. The coldness has not left Kerala. This Hemanta Rithu will be there till the 12th of February.

Sisira Rithu, the sidereal months of Aquarius and Pisces, is very hot indeed. It normally starts from the 13th of February to the 13th April ! During this sixth season of India, hot spells are normal and more than 100 people perished last year due to sunstroke.

Now it is still cold in the morning and even during midday. No need for air conditioners during this season.

Evening is also characterised by cold winds. The Sun will be transiting Sravana, Alpha Aquilae, initiating Thiruvonam Njattuvela tomorrow.

Amongst the six Rithus or seasons, Vasanta ( Medam & Edavam ) is comparitively less hot, Greeshma ( Gemini and Cancer ) and Varsha ( Leo and Virgo ) are rainy seasons, Sarat ( Libra and Scorpio ) is less rainy, Hemanta ( Sagittarius and Capricorn ) is cold and dry and Sisira ( Aquarius & Pisces ) is very hot indeed !


Correspondence between Music and Art

Herbert Read knew the correspondence between Music and Art. " All Art tends to Music", he averred. Human beings are inseparable from their surroundings. It so happens that dusk, dawn, the season, the nature, the lightning, the thunder - all these affect the mood of Man. This mood gives rise to Rasa and every possible Rasa in connection with these circumstantial surroundings has been found to be conveyed through Raga. The world of Ragas, therefore, has all the variety of Life and experiences of Man. This is so true of Indian Music. Seasons or Rithus are a dimension of the vast game of Life and Creation !

The Six Seasons of Indian Philosophy are ruled by Planets

For instance,

Vasanta Rithu is ruled by Venus
Greeshma by Mars and Sun
Varsha by the Moon
Sharath by Mercury
Hemanta by Jupiter
Sisira by Saturn

The Law of Correspondences state that the Six Seasons are related to the six Chakras, according to Kundalini Yoga. The Highest Chakra, the Sahasrara, the Thousand Petalled Lotus, is beyond Time and transcends everything. The lower six Chakras get mildly activated during the six seasons -

Ajna Chakra in Vasanta
Vishuddha in Greeshma
Anahata in Varsha
Manipura in Sharath
Swadhistana in Hemanta
Muladhara in Sisira



Sisira Rithu ( Kumbha & Meena ) is also the mango season, when mangoes are plenty in Kerala. Mangoes are used in Fish curry, in pickles and in all curries. Mango is a substitute for tamarind in curries. Mango pickles are of many types. Tender mangoes make excellent pickle and are known as Vadu Mango Pickle. Cut Mango pickles goes by the name Chethu Manga. Mangoes are dried and pickled. Ripe mangoes are eaten. With red chilli poweder, ripe mangoes are an excellent dish. Special type of pickle comes from Andhra known as Avakkai.

Tender mangoes are also pickled in brine.

India leads in the production of mangoes. 13.5 million tonnes. China is second at 3.7 million tonnes. Mango is a fruit indigenous to the Indian subcontinet and is the national fruit of India, Pakistan and the Philippines. The word mango is derived from the Malayalam manga .

Widely used in Cuisine, chutneys are made from sour, unripe mangoes. Mango Lassi, a popular drink in S Asia, is made by mixing ripe mangoes, curd and sugar. Mangoes can be eaten raw with salt. A cooling summer drink called panna comes from mangoes. Green mangoes can be used as mango salad with dried shrimp and fish sauce.

Mango is rich in phytochemicals and nutrients. Also vitamins and minerals. The antioxidant vitamins A, C and E compose 25%, 76% and 9% of the DRI ( Dietary Reference Intake ) in a 165 gms serving. Mangoes also contain Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, B vitamins and other nutrients.

The Veli Estuary

On the Shankhumugham Beach, you can see the Devi Temple. It is well maintained. Just one km away is the Veli Estuary, where the Veli River meets the roaring Arabian Sea !

The Veli Tourist Village is a beautiful picnic spot. The VIllage is open from 0800 - 1800 hrs.

This picnic spot offers boating facilities. Paddle boats and pedal boats can be hired to explore the charms of the lagoon. Speedboats are available for a fast ride on the waters. Children relish the sculpture which tenant the landscape.

Here are the rentals for boats

Speedboat - Rs 150 per head
Safari boat - 15 per head
4 seater pedal boat - 100 per hour
2 seater pedal boat - 80 per hour

Veli Youth Hostel - Ph 2500785

Trivandrum Airport is just 3 kms away from Veli and Trivandrum Railway Station just 8 kms away.

Amma at Trivandrum Ashram !

I went to Trivandrum to install a software. When I got some extra time, I went to the Shankhumukham beach.


The Shankhumugham Beach is the favourite beach of those coming to watch sunsets. This beauteous beach is proximate to the Trivandrum International Airport and the famous Veli Tourism Village.

Very near to my client's place is the Ashram of Amma. I met her yesterday.
She was giving a spiritual lecture at her ashram. It was a good spiritual
experience.

An indoor recreation club, the statue of a mermaid, the matsya kanyaka, are some of the features of this park. The giant statue of the mermaid is a 35 m long sculpture. A National Park nearby is an added attraction.

The beach sands are of reddish yellow hue.

The nearest Railway Station, Trivandrum Central, is just 7 km away. The Trivandrum Airport is just a drive away.

This beach is well maintained and one can glimpse the beauty of Nature..

This beach is part of Kerala's 600 km coastline. Tamil Nadu has 1000 km coastline and Gujarat 1600 kms. India has 7500 km coastline. Peninsular India has 5500 kms of coastline, while India's islands, Nicobar, Andamans and Laccadives have 2000 kms of coastline !


Hotles to stay during your trip to Trivandrum, the official capital of Kerala.



The Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram -695527

reservations.kovalam@theleela.com
www.theleela.com
+ 91 471 2480101, + 91 471 2481522
Tariff Rs.8500 - 55000


Surya Samudra Private Retreats
Pulinkudi, Mulloor P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

reservations@suryasamudra.com
www.suryasamudra.com
+ 91 471 2267333, 2480413, +91 471 2267124
Tariff Rs.8300 - 83800


Vivanta by Taj - Kovalam
G.V. Raja Vattapara Road,
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

vivanta.trivandrum@tajhotels.com
www.vivantabytaj.com, www.tajhotels.com
+91 471 6613000, + 91 471 2487744
Tariff Rs.12500 - 82500

Karikkathi Beach House
Cliff Beach Garden, South of Kovalam, North of Chowara,
Via Nagar Bhagavathi Temple, Mulloor Thottam, Pulinkudi, Thiruvananthapuram
karikkathi@gmail.com
www.karikkathibeachhouse.com
+ 91 471 2400956, + 91 98470 69654,
Tariff Euro 75 - 590

Poovar Island Resorts
K.P. VII/911
Pozhiyoor
Thiruvananthapuram - 695513

reservations@poovarislandresort.com
www.poovarislandresort.com
+ 91 471 2212068 / 69 / 73, + 91 471 2212092
Tariff Rs.3000 - 19999

Samudra (KTDC)
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

samudrakovalam@ktdc.com
www.samudrakovalam.com, www.ktdc.com
+ 91 471 2480089, 2481412, + 91 471 2480242
Tariff Rs.3100 - 9900

Nikki's Nest
Azhimala Shiva Temple Road, Pulinkudi, Chowara P. O., South of Kovalam,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695501
nest@sancharnet.in
www.nikkisnest.com
+ 91 471 2267822, 2268822, + 91 471 2267182
Tariff Euro 80 - 200

Isola Di Cocco Ayurvedic Heritage Beach Resort
Poovar
Thiruvananthapuram

info@isoladicocco.com
www.isoladicocco.com
+ 91 471 2210008, 2210800, 2210918, + 91 471 2210500
Tariff Rs.5000 - 9000

Estuary Island Resort
Poovar P.O, Thiruvananthapuram - 695525
sales@estuaryisland.com
www.estuaryisland.com
+ 91 471 2229222, +91 471 222 9333
Tariff Rs. 3800 - 11000


Beach & Lake Ayurvedic Resort
Pozhikkara Beach Pachalloor P. O. Thiruvananthapuram - 695027
beachandlake@hotmail.com
beachandlakeresort.com
+ 91 471 2382086, 2383066, + 91 471 2382066
Tariff Rs. 2000 - 5500

Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel
G.V. Raja Road, Samudra Beach,
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

info@uds.co.in
www.uds.co.in
+ 91 471 2485766 / 67 / 68, +91 471 2481578
Tariff Rs.3600 - 13000

Soma Palmshore Beach Resort
Light House Road, Kovalam Beach, Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

mail@soma.in
www.somapalmshore.com
+ 91 471 2486666, 2481481, 2266111, +91 471 2487777, 2480495
Tariff Euro 40 - 95

Thapovan Heritage Home
Nellikunnu
Mulloor P. O., Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

thapovan@gmail.com
www.thapovan.com
+ 91 471 2480453 , + 91 471 2482430
Tariff Rs.2200 - 5850

Coconut Bay Beach Resort
Mulloor P.O.
Vizhinjam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

cocobay@vsnl.com
www.coconutbay.com
+ 91 471 2343524, 2480566, 2480668, + 91 471 2343349
Tariff Euro 45 - 190


Hotel Sea Face
NUP Beach Road, Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527
tvm_seafaceh@sancharnet.in
www.seaface.com
+ 91 471 2481835, 2481836, 481591, + 91 471 2481320
Tariff Rs.2000 - 8000


Dr. Franklin's Panchakarma Institute & Research Centre
Chowara P. O., Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695501


ayurveda@dr-franklin.com
www.dr-franklin.com
+91 471 2480870, 2267974, + 91 99463 10551, + 91 471 2268071
Tariff Euro 10 - 55


Jeevan Ayurvedic Beach Resort
Main Light House Beach, Kovalam, Vizhinjam P.O., Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

james@jeevanresort.net
www.jeevanresort.net
+ 91 471 2483062, 2480662, + 91 95391 34851,
Tariff Rs.925 - 6300


Jasmine Palace
Kovalam Beach,
Kovalam P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527
jaspalace@satyam.net.in
www.jasminepalace.net
+ 91 471 2481475, + 97464 86987, + 91 471 2481475
Tariff Rs.1000 - 3500

Sagara Beach Resort
Light House Road, Kovalam, Vizhinjam P.O.,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695523

sagarabeachresort@usa.net
www.sagararesortkovalam.com
+91 471 2481995, 2484077, +91 98473 90885,
Tariff Rs.2000 - 9000

Raja Hotel
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram

info@rajahotel.net
www.rajahotel.net
+ 91 471 2480355, 2481355, 2480455, + 91 471 2480455
Tariff Rs.1500 - 3500


Bethsaida Hermitage
Pulinkudy, Mulloor P. O.
Thiruvananthapuram - 695521
info@bethsaidahermitage.com
www.bethsaidahermitage.com
+ 91 471 2268131,
Tariff + 91 471 2267554

Temple Garden
Kovalam Thiruvananthapuram - 695501

reservations@templegarden.in
www.templegarden.in
+ 91 471 2481972,
Tariff Rs.1500 - 2500

Hotel Thushara
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

hotelthushara@yahoo.com
www.thusharakovalam.com
+ 91 471 2480692, 2481694, 2481080 , + 91 471 2481693
Tariff Rs. 800 - 2500


Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village
Chowara P. O.,
South of Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695501

mail@manaltheeram.com
www.manaltheeram.com
+ 91 471 2266222, + 91 94477 66222, + 91 471 2267611
Tariff Euro 50 - 242


Beach Hotel Neelakanta
Light House Beach,Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

hotelneelakanta@yahoo.com
www.hotelneelakantakovalam.com
+ 91 471 2480321, 2486004, + 91 9847875206 , + 91 471 2485180
Tariff Rs.1300 - 4000


Pappukutty Beach Resort
Light House Beach, Kovalam,
Thiruvananthapuram

info@pappukutty.in
www.pappukutty.in
+ 91 471 2480235, + 91 471 2480234
Tariff Rs.1600 - 4200

Swagath Holiday Resorts
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

swagathresort@gmail.com
www.swagathresorts.com
+ 91 471 2481148, 2481149 , + 91 471 2481150
Tariff Rs.1800 - 8400


Hotel Marine Palace
NUP Beach Road
Kovalam,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

info@hotelmarinepalace.com
www.hotelmarinepalace.com
+91 471 2481428, 2481428, +91 471 2481428
Tariff Rs.1300 - 3600


Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort
Chowara P.O.
South of Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram - 695501

mail@somatheeram.in
www.somatheeram.in
+ 91 471 2268101, 2266111, + 91 471 2267611
Tariff Euro 50 - 300


Hotel Blue Sea Heritage
Beach Road, Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695527

sabu.kovalam@gmail.com
www.hotelbluesea.net
+ 91 471 2481401, 2912110, 2480402,
Tariff Rs.850 - 3500


Seaside Hotel Rockholm
Light House Road, Vizhinjam,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

info@rockholm.com
www.rockholm.com
+ 91 471 2480306, 2480406, 2480407, + 91 471 2480607
Tariff Rs.1750 - 5000



Hotel Sreevisakh
Beach Road, Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram -
695527

contact@hotelsreevisakh.com
www.hotelsreevisakh.com
+ 91 471 2480445, + 91 471 2480163
Tariff Rs.1500 - 3000


Kovalam Beach Retreat
Puja Building, Samudra Beach,
G.V. Raja Road, Kovalam,
Thiruvananthapuram -
695527

info@kovalambeachretreat.com
www.kovalambeachretreat.com
+ 91 471 2481245, + 91 93880 77999, + 91 471 2480634
Tariff Rs.3500 - 5000


The Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram Varkala
Near Government Guest House,
Janardanapuram,Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram - 695141

gateway.varkala@tajhotels.com
www.thegatwayhotels.com, www.tajhotels.com
+91 470 6673300�, + 91 470 2602296
Tariff Rs.6250 - 11000



Vivanta by Taj - Trivandrum
C V Raman Pillai Road, Thycaud,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695014

vivanta.trivandrum@tajhotels.com
www.vivantabytaj.com, www.tajhotels.com
+ 91 471 6612345 , + 91 471 6612021
Tariff Rs. 8000 - 14000



The Muthoot Plaza
Punnen Road Thiruvananthapuram - 695039

tvm@muthootplaza.com
www.themuthootplaza.com
+ 91 471 2337733, + 91 471 2337734
Tariff Rs.5800 - 18000


Best Western Classic Avenue
Manjalikulam Road, Thampanoor Thiruvananthapuram - 695001

mail@classicavenue.net
www.classicavenue.net
+91 471 2333555, +91 471 2338855
Tariff Rs.4000 - 7000



The South Park
Kerala Hotels Pvt. LtdM G Road, Thiruvananthapuram - 695034

reservations@thesouthpark.com
www.thesouthpark.com
+91 471 2333333 , +91 471 2331861
Tariff Rs.3500 - 9000


Mascot Hotel (KTDC)
Thiruvananthapuram - 695033

mascothotelthiruvananthapuram@ktdc.com
www.mascothotelthiruvananthapuram.com, www.ktdc.com
+91 471 2318990, +91 471 2317745
Tariff Rs. 4000 - 15000



Thiruvambadi Beach Retreat
North End Down Clif Thiruvambadi Road,Varkala
Thiruvananthapuram - 695241

contact@thiruvambadihotel.com
www.thiruvambadihotel.com
+91 470 2601028, 2604345, +91 470 2604345
Tariff Rs.500 - 9000


Preeth Beach Resort
P.O. 1400
Near Papanasam Cliff, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram - 695141

preethonline@satyam.net.in
www.preethbeachresort.com
+91 470 2600942, 2602341 , +91 470 2600942
Tariff Rs.700 - 4000


Raja Park Beach Resort
Near Papanasam Cliff, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram

contact@rajapark.com
www.rajapark.com
+91 470 2607060 , +91 470 2608060
Tariff Rs.1725 - 5175



Hill Top Resort
Papanasam Cliff,Varkala Thiruvananthapuram � 695141

hill_top@rediffmail.com
www.hilltopvarkala.com
+91 470 2601237, 2610443�, +91 470 2606537
Tariff Rs. 500 - 3500


Varkala Marine Palace
Papanasam Beach,Varkala Thiruvananthapuram

bhasker_bs@rediffmail.com
www.varkala-marine-palace.com
+91 470 2603204,
Tariff Rs.1000 - 4200


Sea Pearl Chalets
Varkala Thiruvananthapuram

seapearlvarkala@hotmail.com
www.seapearlchalets.com
+91 470 2660105,
Tariff Rs. 1000 - 2000


Hindustan Beach Retreat
Papanasam Beach Janardhanapuram (P.O.), Varkala Thiruvananthapuram - 695141

hindretreat@vsnl.net
www.hindustanbeachretreat.com
+91 470 2604254, 2604255,
Tariff Rs.3000 - 5500


The Residency Tower
Press Road Thiruvananthapuram - 695001

info@residencytower.com
www.residencytower.com
+91 471 2331661, +91 471 2331311
Tariff Rs.3200 - 6500


Hotel Saj Lucia
East Fort Thiruvananthapuram -
695023

sajlucia@md2.vsnl.net.in
www.sajlucia.com
+91 471 2463443, +91 471 2463347
Tariff Rs.6000 - 10000

Maurya Rajadhani
Statue - G. H Road Thiruvananthapuram

maurya@rajadhanihotels.com
www.mauryarajadhani.com
+91 471 2469469, 2462299 , +91 471 2472299
Tariff Rs.2000 - 5000


Hotel Horizon
Aristo Road Thiruvananthapuram - 695014

horizon@asianetindia.com
www.thehotelhorizon.com
+91 471 2326888, 2323222, +91 471 2324444
Tariff Rs.1800 - 4300

Hotel Geeth International
Near GPO,Pulimoodu Jn. Thiruvananthapuram - 695001

reservations@geethinternational.in
www.geethinternational.in
+ 91 471 306600, 3012301, + 91 471 2460278
Tariff Rs.1500 - 3000


Jas Hotels Pvt Ltd
Thycaud P.O Thiruvananthapuram - 695014

jas@md2.vsnl.net.in
www.jashotels.com
+91 471 232488, 2324682, +91 471 2324443
Tariff Rs.800 - 3000

Hotel Thamburu International
Aristo Junction Thampanoor Thiruvananthapuram - 695014

thamburuintl@asianetindia.com

'+ 91 471 2321974, 2321987,
Tariff Rs.750 - 1900


Hotel Regency
Manjalikulam Cross Road,
Thampanoor Thiruvananthapuram - 695001

info@hotelregency.com
www.hotelregency.com
'+ 91 471 2330377, 2331541, + 91 471 2331690
Tariff Rs.450 - 1250


Chaithram (KTDC)
Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram - 695001

chaithramthiruvananthapuram@ktdc.com
www.ktdc.com
+91 471 2330977, +91 471 2331446
Tariff Rs.1300 - 2500


Golden Peak (KTDC)
Ponmudi
Thiruvanathapuram - 695551
goldenpeakponmudi@ktdc.com
www.ktdc.com
+91 472 2890225, 2890186, +91 472 2890187
Tariff Rs. 1800 - 4000



Hotel Highland
Manjalikulam Road, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram - 695001

highland@highland-hotels.com
www.highland-hotels.com
+91 471 2333200, +91 471 2332645
Tariff Rs. 400 - 1250



Hotel Arulakam
Station Road,
Over Bridge Junction Thiruvananthapuram - 695001


www.hotelarulakam.com
'+ 91 9447133133, 9447019535,
Tariff Rs.300 - 1200


Azhimala Ayurveda Beach Resort
Aazhimala Temple Road, Chowara,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695501

mail@aazhimala.com
www.aazhimala.com
'+ 91 471 2269695, 6456542, '+ 91 471 2269539
Tariff Euro 43 - 104


Sea Flower Beach resort
Light House Road, Vizhinjam P.O., Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram - 695521

seaflowerkovalam@gmail.com

'+ 91 471 2480554, 2481069,
Tariff Euro 8 - 45


Hawah Beach Resort
Light House
Kovalam, Vizhinjam P.O, Thiruvananthapuram

info@hawahbeach.com
www.hawahbeach.com
+91 471 2481951, 2482026, +91 471 2482026
Tariff Rs.1400 - 5500


Temple Garden
Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram -
695501

reservations@templegarden.in
www.templegarden.in
+91 471 2481972�, +91 471 2481972
Tariff Rs.1500 - 2500

Hotel Sea Rock
Kovalam Thiruvananthapuram

searockhotel@yahoo.com
www.hotelsearock.co.in
+ 91 471 2480422, + 91 97460 55816,
Tariff Rs.2000 - 8000


The Travancore Heritage
Chowara P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram -
695501

travancoreheritage@vsnl.net
www.thetravancoreheritage.com
+91 471 2267828 � 32, +91 471 2267201
Tariff Rs.2800 - 20800


Ideal Ayurvedic Resort
Chowara Beach, Chowara P.O.,
Beach Village Thiruvananthapuram

idealresort@eth.net
www.idealayurvedicresort.com
+ 91 471 2481632, 2268396,
Tariff Euro 33 - 70


New Ideal Panchakarma Centre
Chowara Beach, Chowara P.O.,
Thiruvananthapuram

idealcentre@bsnl.in
www.panchakarmakerala.com
+ 91 471 2266600, 2269900,
Tariff Euro 27 - 58


The Ruby Arena
Medical College .P.O
Thiruvananthapuram - 695011
rubyarena@gmail.com
www.rubyarena.com
+91 471 2557474, +91 471 2557484
Tariff Rs. 1400 - 3500


Somatheeram Ayurvedic Health Resort
Chowara P.O.
South of Kovalam
Thiruvananthapuram - 695501


info@somatheeram.org
www.somatheeram.org
+91 471 2266501�� 03, +91 471 2266505
Tariff Euro 50 - 300


Bio Veda Hill Resorts
Kaalipara, Neyyar Dam,
Thiruvananthapuram
info@bioveda.in
www.bioveda.in
+ 91 9645 864754, 94223 88982,
Tariff 1000 - 2200


Hotel Highland Park
Manjalikulam Road, Thampanoor
Thiruvananthapuram - 695002

highlandpark@highland-hotels.com
www.highland-hotels.com
+91 471 2338800, +91 471 2333524
Tariff Rs. 800 - 1900


Ginger Hotels
Techno Park Campus, By - Pass Road, Thiruvanathapuram - 695581

reservation.trivandrum@gingerhotels.com
www.gingerhotels.com
+91 471 6663333, +91 471 6663366
Tariff Rs. 2999

The tourist potential of Canoly Canal !

The Canoly Canal is Kerla's vital inland waterway.


The Canoly Canal starts from Ponnani and flows thru Trichur, meets Periyar and meets the Vembanad Lake. So this inland waterway can stretch from Malappuram to Alleppey. Goods can be transported via the canal which will ease road and rail traffic. General boating and tourists can travel, if this canal built by a Westerner can be revived !



IT is said that the Government has already initiated a project to revive the canal. It was the visit of a team led by B R Menon, Chairman, KSINC, which triggered the significance of the Canal.

The Canoly Canal was built by the earstwhile Governor of Malabar. Till the late 1950s, the Canal was used as a major waterway for the transportation of goods and ferrying passengers.

Today the Canal represents a pathetic picture. BR Menon said that the Government is actively trying to develop the canal. This major inland waterway can connect many districts and goods and passenger traffic can be would be introduced through it and this will ease roal and rail traffic.

Dredging will be carried out every year. The Canal will be deepened at some places. 3.1 cr would have to be spent for strengthening the walls of the Canal. The Canal is part of the West Coast Canal System. It has a width varying from 6 to 20 meters and the water depth ranges from .5 to 2 meters.

Inland water system is cheaper by 50% than that of road and rail systems. It is also environment friendly and fuel efficient mode of transportation.


Kerala Tourism will receive a boost, if this canal is revived.

Medical Tourism in India

As India's world class hospitals lure foreign tourists, India has become a
major destination for Health Tourism.

44 year old June Profitt had her knee replaced at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.
When she went to Nottingham Hospital, it had a six year waiting list. Her
Indian Doctor told her to go to India for treatment. She looked up the Net
and spotted Apollo Chennai. They corresponded with the Hospital. ' I paid $
4000, which included a 10 day stay at Sterling Beach Resort. Back home it
would have cost $ 10000. Now I am not scared that I would scream in pain
when I put my foot down. And what better place to recuperate than a Beach
Resort".

Another British national, Gregory Bates suffered a heart attack while
holidaying in Goa.' I had the choice to go back home for the bypass", he
said "But I chose to stay on. My family was concerned but having heard about
Indian medical expertise, I was confident that I was in safe hands. The
pre-operative support of Wockhardt Heart Institute in Bangalore while I was
in Goa proved that I would get uncompromised care." . "
His successful surgery is an indicator that heart surgery in India is on par
with the world", said Dr Vivek Jawali, chief cardiovascular surgeon at
Wockhardt who operated on Bates.

"At this juncture we cannot sit back", said Dr P C Reddy. " We have
everything to move ahead." The private sector has already offered to help.
The makeover is striking, hospital floors are squeaky clean and interiors
complete with those of Five Star Hotels. Many hospitals have prayer rooms,
translators, visa extension and currency exchange services. The Narayana
Hrudayalaya Hospital in Bangalore had 8000 patients from Bangladesh last
year. Apollo Chennai is referring many a patient for alternative therapy to
Soukya, a holistic health center in Bangalore.

Bates and Profitt experienced Indian medical efficiencey. Indian health care
made headlines when Dr D Shetty closed a hole in the heart of Noor Fatima, a
child from Pakistan last year. The father of Noor Fatima, A I Ramadhan, had
requested the help of the Indian cricket team which was then touring
Pakistan last year. The Indian cricket team relayed the message back home.
The Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital at Bangalore offered to help, to give free
surgery to the child. She was successfully operated. After that, the number
of patients coming to Indian hospitals from West Asia & the West increased
considerably. Last year saw 150,000 foreing patients visting India for
treatment.

Quality medical care is the mantra and Dr S K Sama sees tremendous potential
for Indian medical expertise, holistic and otherwise. ' Professional
expertise in the country is as good as in the best hospitals abroad",
remarks he . " We give personalised attention at much lower costs but
provide top of the line services. In five years, things would be totally
different. Europeans will be seeking health care here. "

Robert Peter Mutton was another Briton who got treated at economical rates.
He was holidaying in Kochi when his gall bladder started acting up. "I just
spent Rs 64000, which is amazing" said Robert Peter Mutton. They went to
Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi. " I would have spent $ 10000 in London" said
Mutton after treatment. "There is no difference between doctors here and
back home"

It was the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi, founded by a
spiritual giant, Her Holiness Mata Amritanandamayi (
http://www.amritapuri.org/ ), which cured Yan Zheng, a receptionist from
China. Cancer struck Yan when she was working in Beijing. She got treated at
Shanghai but she lost her left eye, the upper jaw, half the lower jaw &
facial nerves as a bye-product.

When she met the CEO of AIMS, Dr Kuriakose, he recommended India. The
doctors at AIMS did four surgeries on her and now she is all right. The four
reconstructive surgeries cost her Rs 3 lakh. It would have cost her 18 lakhs
in the US.

Integrated Medicine is just common sense. The diseases which are not cured
by Allopathy can be cured by other alternative therapies. For surgeries and
immediate relief, one can rely on Allopathy. Ayurveda will take care of the
diseases which need long cure, as it no side effects. .

Medical Training in India

Now professionals, particularly Asian, are happy about being trained in
India, despite the West's formidable reputation as the last word in higher
education in Medicine.

Dr Amit Shrestha and his wife, Dr Shrishti, found it convenient to do their
MD in Bangalore at Manipal Hospital. They had come from Nepal. While Amit
is training to be a cardiologist, his wife wants to be a dermatologist. "
Indian Doctors are world renowned. If we train in India, our respect back
home would grow tenfold", said Amit.

"It was a great experience ", says Clara Perinchery , a German-born MD
student, who came to Lakeshore Hospital & Research Center in Kochi, to learn
about tropical countries. Dr M Abdul Hannan said " I enjoy working here.
Where else would I have learnt so much ? ". He is training at Escorts Heart
Institute & Research Center, Delhi & he admitted that he was inspired by the
Chief Cardiologist, Dr Naresh Trehan.
Ayurveda

The motto of Ayurveda is " Progress Through Research " ( Anusandanena
Abhyudayam ).

Beach Tourism - The 27 Beaches of Kerala Beautiful

The beaches of the Western world are no doubt great, but the traveller and
tourist can have different experiences with the beaches of the East. The
beach resorts of Asia are a good competition to the best beach destinations
of the world. The great mystic civilization of the East, its emphasis on
Mysticism and inner control, exotic natural landscapes, the mentality of the
locals totally different from their Western counterparts, are great
attractions to the global tourists.

The USPs of Asian vacation are its great backwaters, its unique beaches with
clear waters, coral reefs and mammoth waves for surfing. The global
traveller who chooses to go East will have to choose from the countries of
a massive continent with a wide choice of tropical places with unique sandy
beaches. From Israel to Sri Lanka, from Egypt to Indonesia, Thailand, India
and the Philippines, a great variety of beaches awaits the traveller !

Kerala, green and cool, and breathtaking in its natural beauty, is one of
the best choices for Beach Tourism.

Here we give a list of the 27 beaches that adorn God's own Country, so
called by Walter Mendis, because of its lush green landscape.

Though Kerala is famous for its backwaters, this land house some of the
India's finest beaches. Kerala's 900 km coastline is embellished with sandy
beaches, coconut palms and rocky capes. The blue waves washing the sandy
beaches is a good sight to behold.

The beaches - alluring, clean with a blue background, are a great escapism
from the routine drudgeries of life. You can watch the sun disappear into
the horizon, the pageantry of the wandering clouds and changing hues of the
sky. It is Nature in its pristine beauty. You can chase the crabs, race the
waves, do sun bathing and watch another day at the beach unfold leisurely.
Beaches are the vacationer's Paradise.

These vacations can become unforgettable holidays because of the friendly
people and the delectable seafood cuisine you normally get at beach resorts
!


1) Nattika Beach, Trichur

This beach is situated 30 kms off Trichur and is an ideal place to spend a
leisurely day. A perfect picnic spot, because of the the rhythmic waves and
the stretch of sand golden. You will be bewitched by the swaying palm trees,
which seem to hum the Music of Nature ! Amidst the rural setting, you will
find resorts which give you the best seafood cuisine along with vegetarian.

2) Vadanappally Beach, Trichur

Located just 20 km off Trichur, Vadanappally Beach is a great sight to
behold. For those who are looking for a picnic and fun at the beach, this
calm beach fringed with coconut palms is ideal.
3) Chavakkad Beach
Just 5 kms off Guruvayur ( just half an hour journey from Trichur ), this 15
km long beach is breathtaking in its beauty. If you travel to Chavakkad
Azhimukham, the Chavakkad Estuary, where the sea confuences with a river,
you can enjoy the beauty of the sea and the beauty
of the river ! Fringed with coconut palms and green ambience, this Estuary
is one of the best places to go, as you can enjoy Nature in her pristine
beauty. ' Nature never did betray the heart that loved her" said Wordsworth
!

4) Alleppey Beach, Alappuzha
Alleppey Beach is one of the most popular beach locations in Kerala. A
perfect picnic spot for the family. The pier which extends into the sea is
just 140 years old. There are entertainment facilities at the Vijaya Beach
Park, which add to the attraction of this beauteous beach.


5) Marari Beach, Alleppey
Just an hour from Cochin lies this beauteous beach, right in the heart of
the Spice Coast. This beach is a tantalising stretch of sandy beach fringed
with palms, and a Heaven for those who want to get away from the Madding
Crowd, from the hustle and bustle of city life.

6) Fort Kochi Beach, Ernakulam

Adorned with Chinese fishing nets, this beach is a must see for those who
hunger for Nature in her primordial beauty. Great sunsets can be viewed on
this beach. On New Years Eve, people flock to his beach. You get a lot of
seafood cuisine also. Also drinks. You can see the fishing folk come out
with great catches. You can view how the Chinese fishing nets operate.

7) Cherai Beach, Vypeen Islands

Ideal for swimming, this superb beach is just 45 kms off from Cochin City.
You can watch dolphins which are occasionally seen here. You can see a
typical Kerala village, adorned with coconut trees and paddy fields !
8) Payyambalam Beach, Kannur

This beach is near St Angelo's Fort and this beach is turning out to be a
major tourist attraction. The famous sculptor, Kunji Raman, has made several
statues and scuptures on the beach as well as the park adjacent to the
beach.

9) Mazhuppilangadi Beach, Kannur

This is a 4.5 km long beach and the uniqueness of this beach is that
vehicles can be driven through this beach without getting stuck in the sand.
This is also known as the Mazhuppilangadi Drive-In Beach for this reason. As
the beach does not have violent waves and is shallow, this beach is fancied
by swimmers !

Tourism on the rise !

Tourism Marketing is defined as the enabler of a country to invite guests from different cultures, customs, traditions, to enjoy their rich culture, heritage, cuisines, art and architecture, entertainment and hospitality.

Tourism Industry is the largest employment generator in the world. We find that small countries like Malaysia and Singapore woo millions of foreign tourists and bag billions of foreign exchange. India has been lagging behind so far, due to innumerable reasons.

Now India tourism receipts show better stats. India received $15 billion and Kerala received $3 billion. India, who houses rich tourist locations, have so far been at the bottom of the World Tourism Receipt countries and does not figure in the top ten.
This is mainly because of the step daughterly treatment Tourism Industry got from the country's planners. It was only last year that the Government allocated 1000 crores in the Indian budget for the Tourism sector.

United States lead with receipts of over $ 100 b. Spain is second with 60 b, Germany, UK and China are about 40 billion.

Tourism infrastructure should be improved in India, if India is to exploit the full potential of Tourism. India at the moment receives 5 million Foreign Tourist Arrivals and earns more than $ 15 b in forex. Domestic tourists have gone up to 200 million. This low rank of India, when compared to other countries, is due to the lack of vision of the Indian authorities, who considered Tourism as a pastime for the rich !

Tourism is actually Recreational Therapy. When the mind is fed up with daily chores and hard work, a vacation becomes the need of the hour. People prefer beaches and backwaters and the mind finds relief in vacational experiences !

Kerala was an unknown destination, till the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation, promoted it. Kerala is promoted as Green and Cool, in contrast to the hot and dusty India !. Kerala is totally different from the rest. She receives seven months of continous rainfall, almost 3000 mm of rains per year, and is full of greenery, and looks like a Paradise on earth.

India at the moment has a poor marketing image and she has to improve her marketing efforts. Tourism Marketing is different from other forms of Marketing and needs a well integrated marketing approach. You are marketing a country and Positioning and Promotion are twin eyes. It is integrated with leisure, entertainment, transportation, communication and all service sectors. The whole process has to be revitalized and a full fledged marketing process should be undertaken. The same old Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning method can be used in this form of marketing, to bring home the bacon.

India possesses everything. The rich cultural heritage, sprawling deserts, highest mountains, sculptures, temples, palaces, delicious cuisines, rare mixture of life style - all these make India a Cross Cultural Paradise on earth. The Private Sector should work with the Government to make India a great destination for the traveller.

We have lost this massive golden opportunity for the last 53 years and should not do so in the future, which belongs to China and India. This decade will see the emergence of these two giants, the Dragon and the sleeping Elephant !




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My trip to Vypeen Islands

Yesterday I had a software installation in Kochi. So I reached Kochi and installed the software in minutes.

When I got out of the Office on Marine Drive, it was 1100 AM. I took a boat to Vypeen Islands. This is my first trip to Vypeen. I had studied at Kochi, at Ernakulam, when I did my PDC, in 1970 and 71. Now Kochi looks vastly different.

The Boat Jetty has been improved by a new building. There are frequent ferry trips to Mattancherry and Fort Kochi. I got a boat to Vypin at 1200 PM. It went via Willingdon Island, an artificial island carved out by Willingdon.

As we neared W Island, one can see the Taj Malabar, the five star hotel. Then the boat moved towards Vypeen.

We can see the giant gantry cranes of Vallarpadam very nearby. Vallarpadam is an island on the Wembanad Lake and is the site of the International Container Transhipment Terminal. The ICTT will be functional within six months time.

The Vypin boat jetty needs a lot of improvement. Near the boat jetty is the Vypeen Bus Stand.

It is a glorious view from Vypeen. We can see Fort Kochi on the other side. Taj Malabar on W Island looked a bit far and Vallarpadam is nearby !.

I then took a bus to Njarakkal, another tourist center. We have a beach at Njarakkal, but the facilities are not developed. Construction of the roads are underway.

There is an Aquatic Club at Njarakkal. You can fish there on the brackish water fish farm. They charge 150 INR per ticket. You can get gorgeous sea food, from the Sea Food Restaurant there. The Aquatic Club is manned by Matsya Fed.

From Njarakkal, I took a bus to the famous Cherai Beach. The beach is a beautiful sight and there are hotels and bars nearby. Cherai Beach seems to be better developed than Njarakkal. I saw more than 50 Westerners, some taking sun bath and others enjoying the sea.

From Cherai, I came to Trichur via the bus route. Last time I had crossed via Jungar, from Munambam ( Ernakulam ) to Azheekode ( Trichur ). This time I came to Kodungalloor without crossing via ferry. There were three bridges, which include the famous Kottappuram bridges, to cross. I reached Trichur within one hour.

Even though I had studied in Kochi, I had not seen the islands fully before. Hence this trip made me more knowledgeable about the spots which are going to develop, as the ICTT becomes operational within June 2011.

Yoga Tourism

Yoga Therapy has been hailed the world over. Yuj means to unite and Yoga is Union with the Absolute Being.

Yoga is the Science of Man !


Know then thyself, presume not God to scan
The proper study of Mankind is Man !
Placed in the isthmus of a middle state
A being rudely great
With too much knowledge for the sceptic's side
And too many weaknesses for the Stoic's pride
He hangs between !



Yoga is a systematic study of man in his threefold aspect, as Mind, Body and Self. It is the Arts Artium or the Art of all arts and the
Scientia Scientiarum, the science of all sciences. It is based on hoary Indian wisdom and culture and is the art of living a
healthy, contented, balanced and peaceful life.

The Eightfold Path of Yoga is

Yama Conditional personal and social behaviour, according to Yogic Law
Niyama Attitutue under Yoga norms
Asana Physical Body discipline
Pranayama Breath Control
Pratyahara Senses control
Dharana Concentration
Dhyana Meditation
Samadhi Transcendental Consciousness

The first five are called Hatha Yoga, as it is culturing the physique. The last three are called Raja or Regal Yoga, as it deals with the culturing
of the psyche. The first Five represent the Psychosomatic Approach and are referred to External or Bahirangi Yoga. The latter three affects
the psyche and are known as Internal or Antaranga Yoga. It is to be noted that the Internal Yoga cannot be done without doing the External Yoga, as
purification of body is a prerequisite for Self Actualisation. " Sareeram Adhyam Khalu Dharma Sadhanam", the body is the vehicle for Redemption !


Yoga and TM trigger the Relaxation Response and relaxes you completely. Gone are the strains and the stresses of relativistic life.
The physical exercises called Asanas combats stress and keeps the body flexible.


The three physical states of Doing, Thinking and Being are highlighted in Yoga. All that we see is nothing but Universal Matter or Energy, the
Adhibouthika aspect of Relative Being. All minds together is the Universal Mind and this is the Adhi Daivata aspect of the Supreme. These are
all the manifestations of the Unmanifest and this is Brahman, the Absolute, transcending all relativities

The destructible aspect is called Adhibootha
He who tenants the body, the Purusha, is Adhi Daivata
Being Absolute is Brahman called
These three are the triune states of Being. ( The Song Celestial, the Geetha )

We can transcend all relativities and reach the Absolute Self, via this great Science of Cosmic Union. This is the union mystica, envisaged by the mystic traditions of all other countries





Some of the Yoga Centers in Kerala which you can visit on Kerala Tours are


Transcendental Meditation Center, Poonkunnam, Trichur

Atmadarshan Yoga-Dhama - Ayur Health Center Fort, Vanciyoour, Sreekaneteswaram & Taycaud in Trivandrum - Dr D Sreekantan Nair Email intyoga(at)yahoo.com

Yoga Holidays at Edakkad Beach Houses, Edakkad Village Beach, Kerala. Email pam(at) bodybalancefunction.co.uk

Hatha Vidya Gurukulam - Neernamukku, Vadakkethara, Pazhayannur, Trichur, Kerala.

International Vasishta Yoga Research Foundation - Calicut, Kerala, S India, 673010. vaiyoga(at) yahoo.co.in

Kaivalyam Retreat, Moolakada, Pallivasal, Munnar, Kerala, 685612

Kasi Yoga Anushtana Kendram, Tulasivanam, N Kurakkanni Jn, Varkala. kasiyoga(at) gmail.com

School of Shanti Yoga, TC 15/1572, M P Appan Road, Vazhuthacaud, Trivandrum 695 014, Kerala. santhischool(at) yahoo.co.in

Sivasoorya Divine School of Yoga, Surya, Vellayani PO, Kerala. info(at)sivasoorya.org

Thulasidalam School of Yoga, Tulasidalam Sree Rama Yogashram, Thelliyoor PO, Near Thiruvalla, Kerala. indiayoga(at)gmail.com

Yoga Vidya Peetham, Varkala Beach in Kerala during winters and Dharmasala during summers. info(at) hathayoga-meditation.com



Sivananada Yoga Vedanta Centre in Trivandrum;

Kollam Yoga Kendra, Uilyakoil, I

deal Yoga Centre Manaltheeram Yoga Centre,

Jawahar Balabhavan and Holistic Eastern Advance Research Temple (Heart) in Kollam;

Prajapathi Yoga center, Kacheripady,

Life Yoga Center, Edapally, Adithya Yoga Institute, Thrikkakara,

Pathanjali Naturopathy & Yoga Clinic, Kaloor

Kerala Yoga Centre, in Kochi, Kerala India.



You can visit these centers and feel the holistic positive energy. Enjoy the healing, divine touch of Yoga.

Monsoon Tourism

Today is the day when the Thrikketta Njattuvela or the solar transit of Alpha Scorpi starts. This is the Retreating Monsoon or the Thula Varsha and this Njattuvela may signal the end of the Monsoon season.


The word Monsoon itself makes one happy. The intoxicating smell of the dry parched earth drenched, the splashing waters makes monsoons the favourite season in Kerala. Kerala has been defined as Tropical Wet by the German climatologist Koppen and Monsoon is a refreshing change from the long summer months, when scorching heat and dust ruled the roost. The farmers get relief from the draught like situation and the promise of the rains which heralds prosperity. Enjoy the monsoons of Kerala under Monsoon Tourism.

Never to be wasted indoors is this enchanting seasons of raindrops and rainbows. Monsoon gives everything to you in fresh as the special season of the year. Monsoon is not all packed up in rain coats. On the contrary, they are fun time. Splashing and swimming in knee deep waters and getting wet are some of the pastimes intended for you by the grace of the monsoons. You can take out an Ayurvedic Vacation during Monsoon. Monsoon is the season recommended by Ayurveda for Rejuvenation Therapy. You can rejuvenate your soul and replenish your body during the Monsoon season. Monsoon is the true season for rejuvenation, when people take ayurvedic remedies, detoxificaton etc to purge the body of toxins and rejuvenate the tissues. Various diseases can be cured, if the body is detoxified and rejuvenated, averrs Ayurveda.

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The application of these oils to the body by trained masseurs can give immense stress release to the patient. Various ailments like spondylitis, back injuries, sprains and muscle injuries also can be cured by Ayurvedic massages. You can experience the healing powers of Ayurveda. How true it is said that there is no earthly sorrow which Heaven cannot heal. ( Ayurveda is a heavenly science, as it is Veda, cognised by the Seers in higher states of Consciousness ).

Best suited for Ayurveda's restorative and curative programs are Kerala's equitable climate, natural abundance of forests with a wealth of herbs and medicinal plants and the cool Monsoons season from June to September. Kerala is the only state now in India which practises this ancient, hoary science with dedication. You can rejuvenate your body, mind and soul in the Monsoon Season by taking Ayurvedic treatment at least once in your lifetime in the green ambience of Kerala !

Body rejuvenation treatment can be taken for 7 days or for 14 or 28 days.


Rejuvenation Therapy ( Rasayana Chikitsa )

Two masseurs massage your body with medicated oil and cream, internal rejuvenative medicines and medicated steam bath. This therapy is for 2 hours per day in a treatment period of 7 days. This therapy tones up the skin, strengthens all systems and rejuvenates your body and mind.

Body Purification Therapy ( Shodana Chikitsa )

According to Ayurveda, three humours, vata, pitta and kapha should be in equilibrium and their disequilibrium is disease. Disease means a lack of ease. In Body Purification Therapy, body massages, medicated purgatives, detoxification using enema, steam bath are all done. Herbal drinks and internal herbal medicines are taken in.


The Sree Guruvayurappan Nursing Home in Guruvayur, www.sganh.com and www.ayurtoday.com is one of the oldest of Ayurvedic institutions. Another one is www.zamorins.com.

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The Kottakkal Pharmacy, Arya Vaidya Sala and Somatheertham Ayurvedic Resorts are some of the institutions which champion the cause of the Science of Life, Ayurveda, in Kerala.

Ayurveda - The True Health Care

A perfect, ancient science of Life and health care, Ayur means Life and Veda means science. This branch of Medicine succintly explains the scientia of dos and donts one has to follow to lead a holistic healthy life, is holistic in approach, and is good for both physique and psyche. It is curative and restorative and highlights the principle that Prevention is better than Cure.

The prophylactic wing of Ayurveda is known as Naturopathy, even though naturopaths differ about the origin of Naturopathy.


Ayurvedic Theory - The Five Great Elements

The Pancha Maha Bhootas or the Five Great Elements are the basis of not only Life, but of the Universe. Both the Macrocosm ( Universe ) and Microcosm ( Man ) are made up of the Elemental Five, Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether. Good equilibrium between the Elemental Five results in good health. On the other hand, disequilibrium is disease.

When the harmony of the Elemental Five is disturbed, the body goes into a state of negative health and this is where the Ayurvedic masseur or the physician steps in. Massage is the most common form of Ayurvedic Therapy and ayurvedic masseurs can be found everywhere. Essential oils and extracts of healing herbs are used in the formulation of Ayurvedic massage oils.