Description: The dense green tropical canopy, where the fragrance of spices wafts gently down, the chirping of the birds, the gurgle of crystal- clear mountain streams…

 ...the mesmerizing beauty of the flora as the sunlight filtering through the trees creates magical patterns.., the contentment that wells up within your heart...

Welcome to Shalimar Spice Garden, on the side of the Western Ghats mountain ranges of Kerala, the nature retreat nonpareil, where you can relax and rejuvenate completely.

Accommodation:                                                            
The cottages and rooms are made of traditional materials of Kerala. Tiled roofing is thatched externally, for that authentic appearance and added insulation. A great deal of attention has been lavished on the immaculately designed spotless large bathrooms. In addition, one cottage is made out of a reassembled heritage Kerala home with intricately carved wooden panels etc.

Swimming pool:                                                             
The swimming pool is set amidst trees at the back of the property with imposing mountains as the backdrop. Lying in the pool, one might just feel that he or she is in a pond in the jungle, amidst the mountains and lush vegetation completely at peace with nature.

Ayurveda and yoga center:                                            
The peaceful environment at the resort is ideal for nature cures. There is a specialized Ayurvedic and yoga centre in the resort that provides all the treatments like massages Pizhichil etc. Female masseurs do the massaging for ladies.

Reception:                                                                      
The reception area is connected to the main entrance through wooden bridge.

Restaurant:                                                                     
The restaurant is laid out with traditional Kerala wooden furniture dating back to mid 20th century and the décor imparts a homely air to the place. The staff are always at hand to fulfill your requirements. The chef conjures up some of the best Italian and Continental dishes, not to mention authentic Indian and Kerala cuisine.

Shalimar Spice Garden                                                  
is located in a village called Murikkady, 6 kms from Thekkady on the fringes of the world- famous Periyar Tiger Reserve. At an altitude of 800 meters above sea level, the climate here is both temperate and salubrious. Shalimar is easily accessible from Trivandrum/ Kovalam (255 kms - 6 hours), Cochin (185 kms- 4 1/2 hrs) and Madurai (140 kms - 3 hrs). The nearest railway station is Kottayam (100 kms - 3 1/2 hrs). The journey by road itself is an experience, passing through bustling towns in the plains, rubber plantations on the foothills and undulating tea gardens on the mountains