What can we offer your jarred nerves? Perhaps, a dose of bird song. A poultice o tree whispers and fresh hill air to awaken the poet that lies dormant, deep in the recesses of your psyche? Or would you prefer the administrations of a healing brook? Would the overtures of a waterfall tune out the exhaustions of the city?
For, these are some of the gifts of Ayatana - what we call the Luxury of Nature.
The Western Ghats has long been known as a sanctuary of sorts. Protecting clans, kingdoms, man and beast from marauding outsiders. In its embrace, dynasties have flourished, gods have found purpose and time has found prolific eloquence in flora and fauna.
Commune with the trees and the hills at our remotest cabins. Here, you will feel like it’s just you and the voices of Coorg, making meaningful conversation. This is no place for small talk. Early morning trysts are rewarded with soft curling mists and bird visits. A mug of coffee, a good book, a pen to scribble your thoughts, a camera, or your soulmate - out here, rendezvous are all about making deep connections.
A waterfall you don’t have to share.
For once, you don’t have to share a waterfall with hordes of noisy tourists. Steal away early enough, and you’ll have an entire waterfall all to yourself. Just you, the cold spray and the roaring in your heart.
Walk away your troubles. Ayatana lies in the heart of Kumarahalli. An idyllic and quiet village in Somwarpet. Roads that lead to wild country like Pushpagiri and Subramanya, roadsides sprinkled with tiny yellow stars and chance meetings with streams that wave a hurried hello and swirl off to destinations unknown, a mild drizzle or a fleeting gossamer curtain of mist and sometimes a really startled peacock! These are what walks at Ayatana are made of. And in case you’re looking for something more challenging, you’ll find that you’re in trek heaven - there’s nothing like an increased heart rate to remind you that you’re indeed alive.
Chase some stars. Follow their trails from the comfort of our deck. An open sky filled with stars combined with a warm drink in hand is highly recommended therapy for the jarred soul.