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Ananda, Rishikesh

The 21,000 square foot spa offers an extensive menu of over 79 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with the more contemporary Western spa approach. The spa experience strives to achieve the ultimate harmony between the physical and the mental realms of the individual.

With unique focuses on the traditional Indian sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda, Ananda Spa creates the skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern spa technology. The personalized therapy and activities programs is designed to meet individual needs and health goals – de-stress, detoxification and cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-aging, weight and inch loss, while also offering guidance in the areas of nutrition and exercise.

DESCRIPTION OF ANANDA
20 treatment rooms with specialised areas for Ayurveda, Oriental and European systems of holistic health, a team of qualified nutritionists, Western and Ayurvedic physicians, spa therapists with knowledge of ancient Indian sciences and modern western treatments - all gently guide you towards a better lifestyle.

Ananda Spa also houses the only ‘Aveda’ Beauty Institute in India, an international beauty line now part of Estee Lauder. With extensive recreational facilities as the outdoor lap pool; the 16-station life-cycle gymnasium; Squash court; 6 hole golf course; opportunities for outdoor adventure activities like rafting, trekking, wildlife safari and the art and culture programs, the spa rests on the multiple pillars of physical, mental and emotional well being.

At Ananda-In the Himalayas, the calming integration of lush greenery, fresh mountain air, Himalayan spring water, the luxurious therapy rooms overlooking the holy River Ganges and the mystifying Himalayas, provides the ideal environment for rejuvenation of the body, mind and soul.

Location of Ananda Rishikesh
265 kms from New Delhi, 55 kms from Jolly Grant (Dehradun) Airport, 45 kms from Haridwar Railway Station, 25 kms from Shivpuri river rafting camps on the Ganges.

Facilities in Ananda Rishikesh
The preferred destination for the discerning traveller, Ananda offers 70 deluxe rooms and 5 suites, each with unparalleled views of the river Ganges, the town of Rishikesh or the Palace. Adhering to the concept of holistic health and well-being, is the tempting cuisine at the Restaurant, carefully prepared to rejuvenate, revitalise and renew you.

The gastronomic experience at the Restaurant offers a delectable Spa Cuisine menu, in addition to an unbeatable fare of India, European, Oriental and World cuisine.The menu highlights the philosophy of better living, by providing food enriched with the vivid flavour of organic vegetables and herbs. The Restaurant is built in a grove of old Sal trees, overlooking the valley of Rishikesh, thereby enhancing your sensual journey.

Amenities in Ananda Rishikesh
Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Fitness, Cooking demonstrations, Excursions, Foot Bath, Heated Lap Pool, Indoor and Outdoor Jacuzzi, Steam, Sauna, Chill Plunge Pool, Kneipp Hydrotherapy.

Accomodation of Ananda Rishikesh
76 Rooms, The rooms at Ananda are infused with natural Himalayan light, designed to imbibe the feel of the mountains. Built on a mountain ridge, the guest rooms offer breathtaking view of the valley and the city of Rishikesh or the Palace. The rooms have been designed in a minimalist and holistic fashion with wooden floors offset by essential furniture, walk- in closet and well-lit marble bathrooms with sunken bathtub facing bay windows offering exquisite views. One of the main features of the rooms is the independent patio balcony with breath taking view of the Himalayas, where one can relax or even practice Yoga.

Ananda Activities
An array of outdoor adventure activities and thrilling explorations into the Himalayas, Ganges and surrounding National Parks thrills you as you explore the unbridled wilderness through wind, water and trekking encounters. Experience the elements as you discover the thrilling powers of the waters, winds and terrain.

Ananda Adventure is the perfect foil to a day filled with relaxing treatments at the spa. While the spa experience is designed to calm your nerves, the adventure explorations are geared to set your adrenaline flowing.Choose from a wide range of activities that range from the sublime to the absolute daring, and become one with the pristine powers of Nature.

Meditation at Ananda Rishikesh
Gautam Jain, a disciple of Swami Parthasarathy shares his thoughts on holistic lifestyle, stress management and maintenance of optimum health. Gautam ji completed a brilliant academic career in the United States. He has received numerous awards and scholarships including the Albert Bell prize for Academic excellence and the Charles Dana Foundation award for outstanding contribution to college life. He has completed a decade of full time study and research of Vedanta. Having dedicated his life to further research and propagation, he actively propagates the knowledge through public discourses and seminars.

Cuisine at Ananda Rishikesh
Food is an integral part of rejuvenation and forms a quintessential element of Ananda philosophy. The spa's basic guiding principle says - A spa should not necessarily be looked at as a place to diet and lose weight but should instead be a 'Way of Life'.

Our approach and philosophy on spa-food is a healthier alternative to regular meals consumed while on leisure travel without having to go hungry. The basic foundation is: low-calorie, high nutrition meals, exotically flavoured and aesthetic in presentation for the guest to fully enjoy. Each menu has been devised by crea.


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