20 INDIGENOUS SPA EXPERIENCES IN SOUTH ASIA

HILLSIDE LUXURY

COMO SHAMBHALA BHUTAN

For a truly Bhutanese experience, Como Una Punakha is the place to be. Hillside valley view rooms overlooking the Mo Chhu River, two private villas, and local cuisine all find a home in this luxurious wilderness getaway. Here, at Como Shambhala Retreat, choose one of Punakha valley view treatment rooms to experience authentic Bhutanese wellness. Try the Como Shambhala Skin Detoxifying treatment in which salt and sugar scrubs are used to exfoliate the body. This is followed by a refreshing shower and the application of a signature moisturising lotion to stimulate lymphatic flow. Enhance the experience with an hour-long Como Shambhala Massage that helps rebalance both the body and mind. comohotels.com

PEACEFUL HEALING

KHEM JANAI SPA SHILLONG

The calm crystal blue waters of Umiam Lake serve as a picturesque backdrop to Shillong’s . Spread over 45 acres, the resort overlooks the Khasi Hills. Reflections of the Khasi tribe’s warmth permeate through the resort and weave their way into the hospitality as well. The same ethnic inspiration also finds its way to the equally picturesque in-house Khem Janai Spa. Offering traditional Khasi massages and herbal treatments, the spa puts together experiences influenced by the local community and with a tinge of modernity. Using umwai—olive oil-based Khasi oils—the Khem Tynrai, or the traditional Khasi massage, aims to disentangle the circulatory system, leaving you free of physical and mental knots. Follow this up with a Khasi bath to heighten the refreshed