Ayurveda In Kovalam
Ayurvedic massage is advertised everywhere in Kovalam, and you'll constantly be approached by men professing to be well-qualified Ayurvedic practitioners - they even show you impressive certificates. They offer cheap massages, usually costing Rs150-500. However, most of the so-called "Ayurvedic centres" along Lighthouse Beach are seasonal, as are the "doctors"  © 2003 by Rough Guides Ltd. as trustee for its Authors. Published by Rough Guides. All rights reserved. Rough Guides name is a trademark of Rough Guides Ltd. Buy the book here!
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and "masseurs"; there have been an increasing number of complaints about sexual harassment during sessions and serious skin reactions to dodgy Ayurvedic oils. If you're interested in benefiting from an Ayurvedic massage, the only centres in Kovalam that currently hold official state approval are at the Ashok Hotel and the KTDC Samudra , which both charge from Rs600 a session. Alternatively, contact the Ayurveda College in Thiruvanathapuram (tel 0471/460823).
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