The Kurumba Village Resort is a rare aromatic arena; far from spicing with mere words, we have established the self-sufficing cottages amidst a SPICE haven where nutmeg, cloves and pepper abound. These spice trees were originally introduced to the Nilgiris by the English.
Kurumba Village Resort have the uniquely interesting Jackfruit trees and the soaring and sturdy Rosewood trees. It is not for mere hyperbolical effect that we remember William Shakespeare's "never, never lands" such as Arden and Illyria, or, the other exhilarating locales of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
The invigoratingly clean air of the Kurumba Village Resort is to be breathed to be believed!
Another poet/novelist whom often remember is Thomas Hardy. Kurumba Village Resort are truly "Far from the Madding Crowd." Being "Under the Greenwood Tree" and having endless fun is an everyday experience at The Kurumba Village Resort.
The name of the Resort simply reflects desire to retain whatever is available of ancient heritage. One of the five ancient tribes of the Nilgiris (Todas, Kothas, Kurumbas, Irulas and Badagas), the Kurumbas were (and are) closest in being in tune with the beauties as well as rigors of nature. There are several sects of them; the names of all those groups speak of their intimate connections with nature – reason for the choice of the name of the Resort. According to the author of Cultures and Tribes of South India, the different sects of Kurumbas are offshoots of the original Kadu Kurumbas (Kadu = Forest). There are others such as Betta (mountain) Kurumbas, Ane (elephant) Kurumbas, Bevina (neem) Kurumbas, Jenu (honey) Kurumbas, Mullu (thorn) Kurumbas and Mannu (earth) Kurumbas. They used to exist only with what they found in the forest such as roots of wild yams, honey and, perhaps, a few animals they hunted. Kurumba is the Tamilised name of either Kuruma or Kuruba in the native tongue. The sect that inhabited Burliar and its surroundings worshipped Kuribattaraya (a male deity which meant the Lord of many sheep) and Musnie (a female deity, on the lines of Goddess Shakthi). They also had another deity called Hiriabetta. The Kurumba faith spoke of all beings turning 'devas' after their death; the kind ones became creative 'devas' and the others became destructive devas.
Location Kurumba Village Resort dreamland is situated adjacent to the ghat road between Ooty and Mettuppalayam at the area known as Upper Burliar. The resort could be reached also by one of the most romantic of vehicles: The Nilgiri Mountain Train except that you reach Coonoor and travel by road for 12 kms. According to the Discovery Channel the Nilgiri Mountain Railway is on the steepest track. And till Mettuppalayam you could reach by the Blue Mountain (The Nilgiri) Express on a broad gauge train; From the bottom of the hill upto Ooty it is by the Mountain Railway and the Cog Wheel till Coonoor; To watch the chugging of the train is one of the most romantic experiences. The quaint little stations with such old British names as Runnymede Aderley and hill grove are still there to charm you.
The plateau of the blue hills is about 35 miles from east to west and about 20 miles from north to south. Moyar and Bhavani are the main rivers – dents to which all the innumerable streams join.
The vegetation of the valleys is typically a dense and rather low (i.e. 50 - 60ft.) forest with much undergrowth and many epiphytes, mosses and ferns. Both tropical and temperate flora occur, including magnolia, rhododendrons and laurel.
All the accommodation provided by Travelmasti are in the most comfortable hotels/resorts/camps, handpicked especially for you, offering the best stay to make your business or leisure trip, simply 'worth it'.
Accommodation
Kurumba Cottages In keeping with the life style of the ancient Kurumba folk, The cottages are airy and exotic with their Kurumba - tribal - styled roofed cottages, which are, pyramid shaped and bright interiors with pristine color and tiled work roofs. Every room has its exclusive balcony with ornamental railings made of areca-nut wood. There are king size beds surrounded by intriguing Kurumba artifacts and painting, on the arches and walls.
Lemon yellow and mild brown of the earth are predominant colors. The wide and yet delicate French windows would allow perennially splendid views even as you are relaxing and lying on your beds. All the bathrooms are built in such a way that you would have a spectacular view through the bay window of the hilly horizon while your own privacy will be affirmed. The area of comfort and convenience in each room would be around 500 sq.ft.
Kurumba Suites The suites are two storeyd with the bedroom upstairs and the dressing room downstairs. The bedrooms are with king size beds and windows large enough to meet the floor and the ceiling; the view through the French window is simply fantastic. The dressing room has a sofa-cum-bed. Each suite is a little less than a 1000 sq. ft.
In a large Restaurant with 30-feet-tall tiled roof and enticing ceiling, we serve a multi-cuisine spread. There are expert chefs and amiable staff to suit your gourmet's delight.
Notes: # Extra Children between 5-12 years Charges Rs.700/- per Night.
# Extra Person above 12 years Charges Rs.1400/-
# Above Rates are Inclusive of Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
# Above Rates are Inclusive of all Taxes.
Kurumba Leisure Package valid from 1st Oct 09 TO 31st Mar 10 ( 2 Nights / 3 Days )
# Children 5 yrs and below accomodation free in parents room without extra bed.
# Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner.
# Welcome drink on arrival
# Free spice plantation tour.
Notes: # Above Rates are Inclusive of all Taxes.
# Extra Children between 5-12 Years Charges Rs.700/- per Night.
# Extra Person above 12 years Charges Rs.1400/- per Night.
# Above Rates are inclusive of Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
High Season Package valid from 6th Jan 10 TO 31st Mar 10 ( 1 Nights / 2 Days )
Notes: # Extra Children between 5-12 years Charges Rs.700/- per Night.
# Extra Person above 12 years Charges Rs.1400/-
# Above Rates are Inclusive of Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
# Above Rates are Inclusive of all Taxes.
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