India's only destination spa, Ananda mixes the healing principles of the East with the pampering cravings of the West. Built around the royal palace of Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal, in the forested foothills of the mountains and overlooking the Ganges River, the lush resort is located in the region that gave birth to the practices of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. Propelled by the concept of a holistic lifestyle and well-being, the spa rests on the healing philosophy of physical, mental and spiritual health. While the vast menu of spa programmes and adventure activities energies the body, serene yoga and meditation sessions uplift the mind. No wonder, it was rated world’s no.1 destination spa for three years in a row ( 2005 − 2007) by Conde Nast Traveller.