Ayurveda is a holistic system of healing which evolved in India about 3000-5000 years ago. The south Indian state of Kerala ranks as one of the world's most renowned destinations for authentic Ayurvedic treatments. Thousands of tourists flock to Kerala every year solely to avail of Ayurveda treatments for ailments such as arthritis, paralysis, obesity, sinusitis, migraine, premature ageing, skin ailments etc.

The immense popularity of Ayurveda in Kerala can be attributed to the equable climate of the state, its natural abundance of forests - which are storehouses of rich herbs and natural oils – and the cool monsoons (June – November) that Kerala experiences, which are all ideally suited for this ancient system of medicine.

The principles and practices of Ayurveda evolved through centuries, and the importance of Ayurveda in Kerala was further enhanced by Siddha and Marma systems in southern Kerala and Kalaripayattu and Kalari Therapy in the northern parts. In fact, today, the growing popularity of Kerala Tourism can be mainly attributed to Ayurveda as it is only in Kerala where this science of medicine is practiced with total dedication.

The practice of Ayurveda in Kerala stresses on the prevention of body ailments in addition to curing them. A purely naturalistic system which depends on the diagnosis of the three humors of the body - vata, pitta and kapha - to achieve the right balance of health, Ayurveda is held as a unique and indispensable branch of medicine. This simple science believes in the treatment of the individual as a whole, and not just of the affected part.

According to traditional texts monsoon is the best season to indulge in rejuvenation therapies of Ayurveda in Kerala. The atmosphere remains dust-free and cool during this time, opening up the pores of the body to the maximum, thereby making it most receptive to herbal oils and massages.

There are innumerable Ayurveda Resorts in Kerala which offer health and fitness programs based on Ayurvedic oil massages and therapies. These massages rejuvenate the whole body system and cure various ailments besides enabling general fitness. Some of the famous Ayurveda treatments offered in these centers include Panchakarma, Sweat Treatments, Oil Massage, Purwakarma, Samana, Yoga & Meditation.