About
Ananda in the Himalaya,
Located just 260 kilometers north
of New Delhi, Ananda is easily accessible by
road, rail and air. A 45 minute flight to Jolly
Grant airport, a 4 hour train journey from Delhi
to Haridwar station and a scenic 5 hour drive
from New Delhi to Ananda are the various travel
options. Whatever your mode of transport, the
raw, natural landscape is sure to leave you
with a perfect taste of India.
The small hamlet town of Narendra Nagar came
into existence in 1895, when Maharaja Narendra
Shah decided to move his capital from Tehri
to a more picturesque locale. The small town
of Odathali nestled in the Shivalik foothills
was chosen not only for its extraordinary
scenic beauty, but also for its proximity
to the plains below.
'Odathali' is a place of historic and mythological
significance. It has been known to be a seat
of spirituality and meditation since ancient
times. According to legend, the sage Udhav
is known to have performed severe penance
at this spot. Also, Purasar, the founder of
astrology, has been known to conduct various
experiments on the movements of planets and
stars. His observatory has now been converted
into the local polytechnic.
Narendra Shah was an enlightened ruler, as
you can see in the well ordered civic buildings
of the neat little royal township of Narendra
Nagar. Some of the buildings like the hospital
and the secretariat are still in use today.
The bazaar buildings too are a century old.
In the early 1900's, Narendra Nagar became
a popular destination with the British Viceroy's
of the time. The Palace 'Annexe' was added
to the original palace building in 1910 to
house the Viceroy and his entourage who visited
Narendra Nagar fairly often. Over the years,
the regal corridors of the Palace has echoed
with the footsteps of many distinguished guests
- Late Lal Bahadur Shastri and Late Mrs. Indira
Gandhi- Prime Ministers of India and spiritual
leaders like Ma Anandmayi and Swami Sevanand
as well as the last British Viceroy of India
- Lord Louis Mountbatten.
The present Maharaja, His Highness Manabendra
Shah took over the reigns of Tehri-Garhwal
from Maharaja Narendra Shah in 1946. The province
was eventually merged with the territory of
Uttar Pradesh shortly after India gained her
independence.
'The Palace', home now to 'Ananda - In the
Himalayas' looks down into the Doon valley
from its majestic height of 3000 feet. Crowning
a picturesque ridge of the mighty Himalayan
ranges, the palace is a symbol of the grandeur
and splendour of an era gone by. Original
relief work still adorns the palace walls
and two magnificent World War I cannons flank
the royal gateway.
Climate and Best Season:
Narendra Nagar has a moderate climate throughout
the year.The ambient temperatures are pleasant
throughout the year except during a brief
period in winter(Dec 15 - Jan 15)when it drops
to 6 degree Centrigrade(43 degree Fahrenheit)
at night. Located at an altitude of 3,000
feet (1000 meters), the invigorating ozone
rich air is perfumed by wild flower blossoms.
Ananda Wellness Bliss
India’s only Destination Spa is dedicated
to restore, balance and renew your mind, body
and soul through a holistic approach incorporating
the healing principles of Ayurveda and Yoga
along with innovative spa technologies. Experience
a new lifestyle approach as you are surrounded
by the lush greenery, fresh mountain air and
mystifying Himalayan views.
The uniqueness of the Ananda Spa approach
is contained in the saying "Swastha Jeevan
Sandhya", meaning "healthy lifestyle
approach with assistance”. Guests benefit
from this by a private consultation from a
Lifestyle Assistant offering professional
guidance and individual attention. Options
are available from an innovative Spa menu
of treatments and services that integrate
ancient & contemporary therapies and treatments
from various disciplines to suit individual
needs and requirements.
Packages :
03 nights package includes
01 Stress busting Hot and Cold Stone therapy
(85 minutes)
01 Personalised Yoga session (60 minutes)
01 Personalised Meditation session (30 minutes)
01 Ayurvedic and Wellness Consultation (30
minutes)
01 Wild Rose Salt Scrub (45 minutes)
01 Aromatherapy Massage with the choice of
grounding, detoxifying or invigorating blended
oils (60 Minutes )
Nightly package inclusion
Two way transfer to local train station at
Haridwar or the Jolly Grant airport at Dehradun
(New Delhi transfer at extra cost)
Accommodation in a deluxe room
Morning Wake Up Signature tea
Daily fresh fruit bowl
3 Ananda Rejuvenation Spa Cuisine meals(breakfast/lunch/dinner),
per night of stay, per person
Introductory Spa and Fitness Orientation Sessions
with an Initial Spa Consultation
Daily use of the Hydrotherapy Facilities:
Indoor and Outdoor Jacuzzi, Steam, Sauna,
Chill Plunge Pool, Kneipp Hydrotherapy Foot
Bath and Heated Lap Pool
Opportunity to participate in scheduled Spa
Lifestyle and Wellness Activities
Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Fitness, Cooking
demonstrations
Lectures and Workshops/ Excursions
Extra night on prorata basis inclusive of
room and 3 meals only
5 nights package includes
01 Ananda Royal Facial (85 minutes)
01 Stress busting Hot and Cold Stone therapy
(85 minutes)
Ananda Touch – our signature treatment
for the back
02 Personalised Yoga session (60 minutes)
01 Ayurvedic and Wellness Consultation (30
minutes)
01 Wild Rose Salt Scrub (45 minutes)
01 Aromatherapy Massage with the choice of
grounding, detoxifying or invigorating blended
oils (60 Minutes )
01 Swedish Message (55 Minutes )
01 Reflexology (55 minutes)
02 Personalised Meditation session (30 minutes)
Nightly package inclusion
Two way transfer to local train station at
Haridwar or the Jolly Grant airport at Dehradun
(New Delhi transfer at extra cost)
Accommodation in a deluxe room
Morning Wake Up Signature tea
Daily fresh fruit bowl
3 Ananda Rejuvenation Spa Cuisine meals(breakfast/lunch/dinner),
per night of stay, per person
Introductory Spa and Fitness Orientation Sessions
with an Initial Spa Consultation
Daily use of the Hydrotherapy Facilities:
Indoor and Outdoor Jacuzzi, Steam, Sauna,
Chill Plunge Pool, Kneipp Hydrotherapy Foot
Bath and Heated Lap Pool
Opportunity to participate in scheduled Spa
Lifestyle and Wellness Activities
Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Fitness, Cooking
demonstrations
Lectures and Workshops/ Excursions
Extra night on prorata basis inclusive of
room and 3 meals only
