40 THANJAVUR Discover the ancient city of Thanjavur, in South India. Home to many dynasties, including the famous Cholas, this is a center for art, culture,spiritualityandhistorywithitsUNESCOWorldheritagetemple.   Rest your head in Svatma, which provides a homely environment as you unearth the ancient charms and culture of Tamil Nadu, from arts and architecture, to heritage and cuisine! As contemporary art mingles with curated antiques and ancient art forms, there is a romantic and creative aura about the hotel, where space and time dissolves in the hotel’s many nooks and crannies of retreat. Every single guest room conveys a feeling of living within an elegant family home. svatma.in RARE INDIA EVERY ENCHANTING VOYAGE IS ONE OF DISCOVERY! EXPLORE LESSER VISITED AREAS OF INDIA WITH OUR HIDDEN GEM DESTINATIONS AND ABSORB THE DIVERSE CULTURE AS YOU INTERACT WITH THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES. Experience • Ideal for longer stays, delight in an array of unique activities tailored to your interests as you experience the Svatma personal touch! • Head to the guest kitchen for personal culinary classes where you can learn about simple, pure vegetarian and local cuisine, which focuses on good health and nutrition.   • Spend time with a master craftsman as he shows you how to cast bronze using the famous cire perdue - or lost wax - technique. • Learn to chant ancient mantras and understand their meaning with Vedic priests. • Discuss Raga renditions and enjoy a chamber concert with traditional Carnatic vocalists, percussionist and flautists.   • Learn about the famous Thanjavur dance style, Bharatanatyam, with a lecture demonstration.   • Visit the UNESCO world heritage temple with an academic expert of architecture, restoration and iconography.   • Understand the art of handloom weaving and the wearing techniques of sari cloth. • Receive a demonstration into gem stones inlay and Thanjavur painting techniques. Partner Spotlight