Patiala, India
Historical palaceOff the beaten trackTraditional architecturePunjab hospitalityadults only
Sheltered by the sandstone walls of the former palace of Nabha, Aura Spa is nestled in the former royal kitchens. Deploying a bol kansa on the body’s marma points, using saffron-infused pouches or applying Patiala rose oil during a massage: here, each ritual perpetuates the art of self-care just as it was practised at court, combining Ayurvedic technique with royal tradition.