travelandleisureindia.inThe calm crystal blue
waters of Umiam Lake
serve as a picturesque
backdrop to Shillong’s
Ri Kynjai - Serenity by
the Lake. 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
feeling. rikynjai.com▼▼▼
HILLSIDE LUXURYCOMO
SHAMBHALA
BHUTAN▼▼▼
PEACEFUL HEALINGKHEM JANAI
SPA
SHILLONGFor 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.
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