Poomully Mana, is a Namboodiri family home situated in Kerala, having a history of more than 500 years. Poomully Mana, was once recognized as one of the cultural centres in Kerala. The members of Poomully Mana were famous as practitioners and experts in Ayurveda, Rig-veda, Yoga, Kalari (martial-art)Music & other cultural arts.“Poomully Mana,” resided in Urakam of Peruvanam village in the interiors of Kerala. This family lived in an era that dates back by about 900 years. They built the original Ammathiruvadi Temple and left all their ancestral wealth to the Goddess and its administration to the Kingdom of Kochi. The family then relocated to Peringode (present-day Palakkad).
Late.Sri.Poomully Narayanan Namboodirippad(father of Aramthampuran & famous Rig-veda practitioner), Late.Sri. Poomully Raman Namboothiripad, the exceptionally talented student of the famous musician Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavatar and Late.Sri. Poomulli Neelakandan Namboothiripad (Aramthampuran) the inimitable ayurveda practitioner, are better known among them.Poomully Mana also offers yoga and meditation sessions. These practices are an integral part of Ayurveda and contribute to overall health and wellness.
The Poomully Mana’s buildings and structures are in traditional Kerala style architecture. They were reconstructed under the intiative of the Late Poomully Narayanan Namboodirippad, who was the father of Poomully Aramthampuran. The Poomully manor is a brilliant piece of architecture. Its authentic design was much appreciated worldwide. The Mana’s library still has a huge collection of ancient manuscripts and books on ayurveda and other sciences. The name & fame of Poomully Mana came on the shoulder of authentic Ayrveda treatments, kalari chikitsa, cultural activities etc. and inumerous people have benefitted from this.
Poomully Mana is a popular destination for those seeking traditional Ayurvedic treatments, wellness, and a cultural experience. It has played a significant role in preserving and promoting the traditional healing and cultural heritage of Kerala.
