Showing posts with label Kerala. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kerala. Show all posts

Monday, September 11, 2017

Villa Maya - an enchanting dining experience

Villa Maya, a fine dining place in Trivandrum, envelopes you with tranquility as you enter.  This place has spoiled me with its aesthetic ambience, classical architecture, fountains, excellent food and service. Every nook and corner, especially the outdoor area is mesmerizing. The stone archway, outdoor pavilions surrounded by pond, ancient lamps and stone sculptures are just a few highlights of this beautiful restaurant. As you enter you are cut off from the city chaos and you are welcomed by the serenity of this place. This three-storeyed restaurant is converted from a residence of a Kerala queen which was originally called the Amma Veedu and it has managed to restore its finesse, comfort and elegance. I had a feast with my camera as I was given a guided tour of this enchanting property...

The menu is carefully crafted …. They have a range of authentic Kerala cuisine twisted with a contemporary touch with excellent presentation.  And the menu also includes international cuisine and drool worthy desserts!

Sit back, have a cup of coffee and have a look at these pictures that gives you a royal era Zen feel to this place...  Enjoy the virtual tour!
Grand Entrance

Courtyard as you enter

Three storeyed mansion

The reception area


Love the wall art



Outdoor Pavilion surrounded by a pond


a beautiful sculpture near the pavilions



Mural art





Upstairs area where the bedrooms are converted into lounge and dining area







The outdoor reception area where the décor is minimalistic and ethnic

Will definitely go back to try out their other signature dishes


If you ever visit Trivandrum, please make sure you visit Villa Maya to experience the food and the serenity of this place.




All Images are copyright Tickled by Inspirations




Monday, August 10, 2015

Kumarakom Lake Resort

Do you want to enjoy a heritage retreat in a paradise in God’s own country? Kumarakom Lake Resort is the place to be. It’s one of the most beautiful resorts that that has a blend of south Indian architecture, lush greenery and the stunning view of the Vembanad Lake. I was just blown away by the beautiful waterscapes. And there was tranquility everywhere. The most interesting feature of this resort is the meandering pool that links to all the cottages.

Here are some pictures that I managed to click during stay there



Meandering pool

Vembanad Lake




Loved this beautiful flower arrangement

View from our cottage
 
 



Ethnic décor



a small shop full of traditional treasures

This is a restaurant reassembled from a 300 year old kerala home, which is an eight sided mansion


In the restaurant you will find these beautiful pillars and wooden carvings


Beautiful paintings adorned the resort

Stunning Waterscapes


Loved this mural painting in our room
 
 
 


Intricate designs on these traditional door locks



Images are clicked by me