General Analysis

Location: Hemandanahalli,Samethanahalli post, Whitefield, Bangalore, Karnataka.

Nestling in a picturesque, sylvan locale just outside Bangalore Ayurvedagram transports its
guests to a calmer, healthier frame of mind.
Surrounding Landuse: Agriculture
Total Site Area: 9 acres
Architect: T.M Cyriac
Nearest Landmark: 7 km from Brindavan - Sri Satya SaiBaba
Ashram.

The most distinctive feature of Ayurvedagram is its Antique residential Cottages that
were transplanted from Kerala. The transplantation of these antique Nalukettus,
Kovilakams (Palaces), Mannas and Illams - Kerala's traditional live ins (made of teak and
rosewood) has been done so perfectly that it forms a unique experience with all
traditional furnishings & the modern facilities.

Every cottage at AyurvedaGram is an original work of art from the 18th and 19th
centuries, built in the distinct Kerala architectural style. These were the opulent
Nalukettu, Kovilakom (place), Mana and Illams of royalty, famous poets and prominent
traders of their days......
And the most interesting aspect is that while these buildings-with their ornate
woodwork, craftsmanship and even furniture remain completely true to their heritage,
they incorporate modern living convenience and quite a few innovations too like cable
TV, air-conditioning and even an outdoor shower open to the sky!

The cottages have been categorized into Classic, Heritage and an Exclusive Suite .

Classic cottages
All the rooms in the Classic Category are housed in the famous Kuroor Mana. This 160
year old ancestral home once belonged to the famous Kuroor family of Trichur in Central
Kerala. Some of Keralas great Poets & social teachers like Kuroor Neelakandan
Namboothiripad and Kuroor Unni Namboothiripad come from this family.
The Classic rooms are all well laid out with double beds, reading / writing area, cable TV,
24 hr hot water supply, 24 hr room service.

This heritage house is associated with the legends of Lord Guruvayoorapppan. Mahatma
Gandhi also visited this house. This traditional home has the largest courtyard and an upper
floor. A theatre is attached to the house that is used for performing arts like Kathakali. It is
also having the largest atrium in the complex.
The Heritage category of rooms reveal more character in addition to all the facilities of the
Classic Rooms.These rooms are housed in small cottages and have wooden paneling with
facilities such as the double beds, reading/writing tables, 24hr hot water supply, 24hr room
service, Cable TV, Private garden, sit - out and a variety of bathrooms to choose from..
Some of the cottages have upto 5 rooms in the same complex. You may make your final
choice after going through the various rooms listed below;

Nirnam Mana - 2 Heritage Rooms

The house that is build on a duplex model displays amazing architectural skills. It has a
common foyer at the entrance with intricate woodwork on the wall and ceiling. The main
attractions of this building are its doors. These doors are horizontally halved and are
practically very useful. This is a very small building and hence very cute in its appearance.

Kootumkal Mana - 2 Heritage Rooms

This is a typical aristocratic Christian House owned by a prominent Social Leader and
Landlord, who was assigned land & special Privileges by the King. This rectangular
house has two verandahs, hipped roof with ornamental cables typical of its time and
social status. The material used for making these fabulous Manas was largely timber
laterite and kiln burnt clay tiles for the roof.
Kootumkal Mana - 2 Heritage Rooms
This is a typical aristocratic Christian House owned by a prominent Social Leader and
Landlord, who was assigned land & special Privileges by the King. This rectangular
house has two verandahs, hipped roof with ornamental cables typical of its time and
social status. The material used for making these fabulous Manas was largely timber
laterite and kiln burnt clay tiles for the roof.
Neeloor Mana - 2 Heritage Rooms
Owned by Mr. Joy Neeloor who was a local leader of Neeloor. A 'L' shaped house in
timber and tiles with a broad verandah and ornamental cables on a hipped roof.

Muhamma Mana - 2 Heritage Rooms

Muhamma is a cute little twin cottage with a small wall surrounding it. It is dated
over 73 years old and is characterised by bathrooms that are open to the sky.
There is also a rectangular structure with duplex rooms open into a common sit
out in the entrance.
Kayamkulam Mana - 4 Heritage Rooms
A wealthy Muslim Rawuther home. The 'Rawuther' was a designation like that of
a Zamindar assigned by the King with special privileges. This is a large beautiful
traditional courtyard house with a peculiar 'L' shaped corridor.
Ambara Mana - 2 Heritage Rooms
Ambara is a little twin cottage similar to Muhamma but without a compound
wall It is dated over 60 years old and is characterised by bathrooms that have a
private garden. This is also a rectangular structure with duplex rooms open into a
common sit out at the entrance.
Aluva Pushpakam - 5 Heritage Rooms
Originally located on the banks of the River Periyar at Aluva, Central Kerala. This is a
typical Nalukettu which belonged to traditional Nambiars with exquisite carvings on
its wooden walls & ceilings. The inner Atrium (inner Courtyard) ensures continous
flow of fresh air even during hot humid weather. Traditional Kerala houses where
Nambiars lived where called Pushpakam.

Suite Room

Nallamuttam Tharavadu Exclusive Heritage Suite

The Heritage Suite was once owned by a renowned poet in Kerala, Sri.
Nallamuttam Padmanabha Pillai. An 'L' shaped house in one arm being a
foyer supported on highly ornate pillars and ornate ceiling. This House also
has a Padipura (Typical Kerala Entrance).
The Heritage Suite is the premium cottage at AyurvedaGram and is the
most sought after accommodation by our regular clients. Besides having all
the facilities of the Deluxe & Luxury cottages, the suite has a private living
room and bedroom, a foyer and is an independent home surrounded by a
compound wall.
The entrance is distinguished by the traditional "Padipura" - that is found in
most Kerala Homes.

Over looking the lotus pond is Ayurvedagram's restaurant or Ootupura as it

is commonly called. Ootupura is a exclusive vegetarian restaurant serving
dietary food prescribed for specific treatments and a multi cuisine menu for
others set in the ambience of ancient Kerala. The menu is famous for its
exclusive Kerala style preparations and other south Indian delicacies.

Health Centre - This unique building was Pulimkunnu Mana dated 1912 transplanted from
Kerala. Owned by a wealthy landlord of Kuttanad, Kerala, this house was where many of the
local disputes were settled during the time of the Kings. A typical, classic house in timber
and tile. This building houses now a spacious Treatment & Health Centre, fully equipped
with 8 treatment rooms, 4 herbal steam bath and other Ayurvedic treatment facilities of
exceptional quality.
Cultural hall - Kuroor Mana is an architectural splendor and is used as the cultural and
recreation centre with its magnificent hall. This traditional hall is adored with massive
pillars with beautiful carvings. An ideal venue for cultural performances, recreation, yoga
and meditation. With an area of 169. sq. mt. this assembly hall can accommodate a
gathering of 75 people, a magical spot only to be seen to believe.
Pharmacy - Complete range of both classical and proprietary Ayurvedic herbal formulations
totaling 400 from the pioneers in Ayurveda-Kerala Ayurveda Limited. (KAL), a public limited
company listed in all major stock markets in India, are stocked for the use of both inpatients
and outpatients. Efficacy of these medicines is beyond reproach

Gym & Fitness Centre - Both manual and powered coupled with mechanical systems
of equipment is the prime attraction of the Gym and Fitness centre. The utility and
effectiveness of this centre is par excellent.
Jogging / Walking Track - Walking along the well maintained and tile paved
jogging/walking track amidst the medicinal herbal garden is an experience by itself.
The cool breeze accompanied by the aroma of the herbs in the serene ambience of
the resort will elevate the soul in to the canopy of heaven.
Amphi Theatre - Located in the main arterial region of the resort, this place witnesses
regular cultural programme and other art forms of traditional beauty. It can house 200
persons at any one time.
Herbal Garden - A vast and well-maintained herbal garden with more than 200
species of rare medicinal herbs is an added attraction. Entire living space for the
inpatients is spread along the periphery of this garden. The products of these
medicinal herbs are consistently being used for the in-house treatment purposes.

Yoga & Meditation - Regular Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation classes under the
stewardship of the ablest yoga instructor of this wellness centre will elevate the
seekers to the new heights of spirituality, besides restoring the physical and
psychological imbalances/distortions. God dwells in every nerve and vein of this
meditation centre with love and compassion in abundance. Therapeutic yoga is also
practiced regularly for the needy.
Recreation / Sports - A variety of indoor and outdoor sports and games arranged
inside the premises. Well-maintained badminton and volleyball courts hold the main
attraction. Indoor games include table tennis, caroms, chess, card, etc.
Doctor on Call - A team of eminent doctors available round the clock to attend any
medical need of the in-house patients.
Conference Hall - A conference hall with seating capacity for conference for 75
executives at any one time. This hall is equipped with advanced technology gadgets.

Library - A well stocked library catering for the diversified interest of the inpatients.
The abundance of books pertaining to subjects ranging from philosophy to spirituality
is an added advantage to the residents