Niramayam Ayurveda Heritage Hospital — the 200-year-old Mana at Cherpu, Kerala

Let nature and authentic Ayurveda
bring your body
back to balance.

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Historic family photograph of Chittoor Mana
The Chittoor Mana family · a photograph preserved across generations
The Legacy

A heritage that heals through generations.

Long before Ayurveda became a global wellness movement, healing was a way of life within the sacred walls of Chittoor Mana.

For generations, this ancestral Kerala Mana stood as a centre of spirituality, wisdom, service and holistic wellbeing. Traditions were not merely preserved — they were lived every day through devotion, discipline and a deep respect for nature.

Today, Niramayam carries forward that timeless legacy, bringing together ancient Ayurvedic knowledge and compassionate healing for the modern world.

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A Virtual Vision

Step inside Niramayam.

Walk through the heritage Mana, its gardens and treatment halls — a quiet preview of the sanctuary that awaits you.

Therapeutic Disciplines

Clinically proven protocols for chronic care and rejuvenation.

All Treatments
Orthopedic ProblemsGynaecological ProblemsSkin DisordersNeurological ProblemsSports DiseasesENT DisordersPiles, Fistula & FissurePaediatric DisordersLiver DisordersDigestive DisordersEye DiseasesUrinary ComplaintsGeneral Check-Up
The Council of Vaidyas

Physicians who carry a lineage.

Dr. K.M.P. Chakyar (MD Ayurveda)
Chief Physician

Dr. K.M.P. Chakyar (MD Ayurveda)

Experience — 40+
Languages — English, Malayalam, Sanskrit
Timing — Mon & Thu · 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM (prior booking required)

Hear directly from our doctors and discover the philosophy that has shaped Niramayam Heritage Ayurveda Hospital for generations.

The Healing Journey

Nine measured steps to restoration.

01

Online Consultation

A confidential virtual conversation with our senior Vaidyas to understand your history.

02

Medical Assessment

Prakriti (constitution) and Vikriti (imbalance) analysis; a preliminary treatment outline.

03

Arrival at Niramayam

You are received into the heritage Mana. First evening: rest, gentle meal, orientation.

04

Doctor Consultation

Pulse diagnosis, in-depth medical review, and confirmation of your bespoke plan.

05

Personalised Plan

Therapies, internal medicines, diet, yoga and rest — sequenced to your rhythm.

06

Daily Therapies

Panchakarma, Abhyanga, Shirodhara and specialty treatments led by classical protocol.

07

Yoga & Diet

Sunrise yoga, pranayama and satvik meals prepared for your dosha.

08

Recovery

Progressive rest phase — the body integrates what the therapies have set in motion.

09

Follow-up Care

Ongoing guidance and remote follow-ups long after your stay concludes.

Heritage room with carved teak four-poster bed
Accommodation

A room within the Mana. A rhythm you'll remember.

Every guest room is carved from teak, lit by brass, and quieted by the surrounding gardens. Your stay is more than a room — it is treatment, diet, therapy and daily routine woven together into one healing programme.

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Traditional Kerala Ayurvedic meal served on a brass thali at Niramayam
Ahara · The First Medicine

Healing through nutrition.

Every meal at Niramayam is thoughtfully prepared according to Ayurvedic principles — using fresh local ingredients and traditional recipes that support your treatment, improve digestion and promote long-term wellbeing.

  • Personalised diet plans prepared according to your treatment.
  • Fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
  • Traditional Kerala Ayurvedic recipes that nourish body and mind.
"True healing begins not only with medicine, but with every nourishing meal."
A guest's story · in three chapters

Healing, in their own words.

Chapter One · Featured Story

Every healing journey begins with a decision.

Discover why this guest travelled to Niramayam and chose authentic Kerala Ayurveda — a quiet turning point, told from within the Mana.

Chapter Two

Living the Niramayam experience

Daily therapies, personalised care, nourishing food and peaceful surroundings that became part of everyday life.

Chapter Three

Life after treatment

Healing continues beyond the stay. Listen to how this experience influenced life after returning home.

Voices from around the world

Healing beyond borders.

Guests from around the world share why they continue to trust Niramayam for authentic Ayurvedic healing.

"I arrived exhausted, uncertain. I left rooted in myself again. The care was extraordinary."
Anna K. · Munich, Germany
"Twenty-one days at Niramayam changed my relationship with my body. The doctors are masters."
Marc D. · Lyon, France
"A place where time slows and healing is taken seriously. I will return every year."
Sofia R. · Milan, Italy
Our Extended Family

Guests and team, under one roof.

Every guest who walks through our doors leaves as part of the Niramayam family.

Niramayam guests and team gathered inside the heritage Mana
Niramayam team with international guests in front of the heritage building
Enquiry & Reservation

Begin your healing stay.

Every treatment programme is personalised by our council of Vaidyas. Share your details and a physician will respond within 24 hours.

"To ensure the effectiveness of your personalised Ayurvedic treatment programme, Niramayam recommends a minimum healing stay of seven nights."

A physician replies within 24 hours

Visit Niramayam

Locate the Mana in Cherpu, Kerala.

Chittoor Mana, Thayamkulangara
Cherpu P.O., Thrissur District
Kerala — 680561, India
Doctor Timings
  • Dr. K.M.P. Chakyar (MD Ayurveda)Mon & Thu · 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM (prior booking required)
  • Dr. A.R. Santosh NamboodiripadTue & Fri · 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (prior booking required)
  • Dr. Athira P. (MD Ayurveda)Daily · 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Nearest Airports
  • Cochin International Airport (COK)65 km
  • Calicut International Airport (CCJ)115 km
  • Kannur International Airport (CNN)145 km

Airport pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request. Share your flight details with our care coordinator.