| Ananda Spa | Accommodation | Activities | Conference Venue | Location |
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ANANDA IN THE HIMALAYAS |
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Ananda Conference, Board Room Facilities |
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A boardroom-style setting for small groups of 14 - 16 delegates. Once the guesthouse dining room, this high-ceilinged room, with an open fireplace, is situated on the ground floor adjacent the grand staircase and reception hall. |
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| Adhyatma Dham Pavilion |
A Boardroom style setting for small groups of 14 - 16 delegates. Surround by glass on four sides, this intimate indoor setting commands impressive panoramic views over the Viceregal Palace roof. |
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| Viceregal Hall |
Once the recreation hall for guests of the Maharaja, this impressive high-ceilinged room with wooden flooring is the largest in the Resort. It is ideal for small meetings, presentations, exhibitions or small functions for 100 people. |
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| Equipment |
| Data projector, Slide Projector (35 mm), Flip Charts, VCR, TV, DVD, OHP and White board |
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| The Poolside |
The swimming pool is heated throughout the year and is set on the edge of a ridge of the Himalayan foothills. Glorious forest and valley views, together with a backdrop of soaring hills, make this a perfect place to relax whist enjoying healthy snacks and fresh juices. It is 28 ft long and ideal for laps. |
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| Hill Theatre |
In fine weather, dinner shows are occasionally performed in the sunken, terraced Hill Theatre which has views of the foothills and lit Palace. |
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| Winter Garden |
With Anandamayi Ma's spiritual abode set beside an ancient mango tree, this vegetarian breakfast or light dinner venue is open depending on seasonal weather conditions. It is located in the Viceregal Palace , overlooking the estate's forest valley. |
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| Estate Picnics |
Choose any location on the resort for a private dining experience with a full butler service. Either the Palace Lawn, theSecret Garden , the Music Pavilion or the Star Terrace are ideal spots to dine. Alternatively take a specially prepared hamper out into the surrounding countryside or villages. |
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| Climate |
There are distinct seasonal weather changes in the Himalayan foothills. From November to March the days are cool and clear with plenty of sunshine but possibly the occasional, short winter shower. Jackets / warm clothing should be brought for the early mornings and evenings. Lighter clothing will suffice during the day. April, May and early June are warming up and only light clothing is necessary, although the evenings do cool down somewhat. It tends to rain in the monsoon months of late June through to early September. The monsoon brings humidity, showers and a cool respite from the summer heat. It does not rain constantly but in sporadic bursts. The skies may be cloudy but they are interspersed with strong bursts of sunshine. September and October are cooling down again. The skies can be slightly hazy and humidity may linger but the days are sunny and warm. Generally speaking, Ananda is a destination for all seasons. |
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| Altitude |
Ananda Spa is situated in the low foothills and it is extremely unlikely that any altitude sickness will occur. However, its very height ensures you escape from the extreme heat that can build up in the lowlands. |
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