After almost a year of being locked at home, we were desperately looking for a place that would give us solace from the monotony and anxiety filled days due to the pandemic. Spashram was the perfect place that we were looking for. There are endless best things about this place. But, sharing a few:
1. The location is one of the best. Surrounded amidst the forests, there are only 2 bungalows (there are limited guests, so you are naturally safe from the crowd) which are very well maintained and has amazing views of the Ganges.
2. It is very accessible to the river beach area, place for ultimate peace and tranquil.
3. The variety of birds that I saw at Spashram is unmatchable.
4. The best thing about Spashram is that Mr. Singh has ensured that the biodiversity remains intact unlike any other resort/ hotels where they mindlessly clear up the forests for construction and beautification which is environmentally unsustainable. One could easily see those differences by just comparing this property with the Taj hotel that just lies adjacent. I wouldn’t want a holiday at the cost of such irreparable damage to the environment. We have inherited these beautiful natural resources from our ancestors and hence it is our duty to preserve it for our future generations. The nature in its original form is itself a luxury and not something to be created by us for profit-making and thereby destroying the native flora and fauna.
5. The entire team of Spashram were super. They took utmost care during our stay and their idea of arranging dining experiences at various picturesque points were commendable. Engaging local community for taking care of the property is also something that I really liked. Interacting with them would help you understand better about their symbiotic relation with the nature. Lot to learn from them!
6. Last, but not the least, Mr. Singh who we didn’t have the opportunity to meet but just connected over phone, is extremely caring. He was constantly coordinating with us and his staff members ensuring that we have a good time at Spashram, something that we all miss these days- the warmth & the connection!
I highly recommend this place not only to nature lovers but also to everyone who really need to experience and understand why we need to preserve our rich bio-diversity and why we must stop creating a demand for those ‘luxurious’ stays at high-end commercial resorts and hotels that contribute to an irreversible damage to our environment.
I must also share there is no parking area. We parked our car on the road but it is completely safe. And to reach the property, one has to trek downhill for about 8-10 minutes. It’s a narrow road, so people having any walking difficulties should avoid. But for others, I can assure you that you wouldn’t regret. The views on the path to the property are breath-taking. My 9-year-old kid thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
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Saswasti S
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