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Promoting
education and community development in remote mountain communities in
Tamil Nadu
Together with local organizations we are conducting short-term volunteer
projects for the local children and the local community. The project
activities are in the field of education, renovation and cultural
activities. The aim is to build together a more peaceful and working
environment. The work will be in the villages in the beautiful
mountains, isolated from the rest of the world. The mission of this
project is to: Language: English Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location: Kodaikanal is located in
the state of Tamil Nadu and is about 90 km from Coimbatore city.
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Rural development, environmental protection
and work with children on the west coast of Karnataka The international volunteer projects will focus on rural development, environmental protection and children. The volunteers will spread awareness about environmental protection and solid waste management to schoolchildren. They will also be involved in activities such as creative education and teaching basic English and Math through games, art and songs with the children from the local schools, including disabled kids (physically and/or mentally). The work might include some physical work for the renovation and betterment of the schools (painting, building a playground, renovating kitchens and toilets, etc.). Language: English Accommodation: In the project home base, in shared rooms.
Location: Kundapur is situated 100
km north of the city of Mangalore, 300 km from Panjim (Goa), and 450 km
from Bangalore. Kundapur is Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Raising
health and hygiene awareness through education and arts
The volunteers will be visiting the
schools and rural settlements of the region to present the importance of
health and hygiene awareness and the need of education among the adults
and the children. The volunteers need to be very creative in designing
the exclusive orientation for the people of this region. Volunteers who
participate in this project need to bring materials and ideas for the
program, after which the whole group will settle on a plan of action
decided by the team. Language: English Accommodation: In a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location:
Panjim city, in Goa State. Panjim is the capital of the state of Goa.
Panjim is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines
fly directly to
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Various community service
projects in rural and urban Bangalore
The schedule and the focus of the project will be adapted to the season, the possibilities and the needs at the moment, with the aim to improve the achievements in a long-term view. The work could be with orphans, school kids, street or slum children. Language: English Accommodation: In the project home base, in shared rooms.
Location: Bangalore rural & urban,
South India. Bangalore is
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Rural development
projects in the scenic region of Coorg
The international volunteer projects in
Coorg will focus on environmental protection, re-forestation, tree
planting, working with different local NGOs to spread health and hygiene
awareness among the tribal villages. The project involves assisting in
various underprivileged schools by teaching basic English, health and hygiene, and renovation work such as building
playgrounds. The activities will vary and will
involve some manual work. Language: English Accommodation: In the project home base, in shared rooms.
Location:
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Learn about Tibetan
culture, support a local school and hike in the Himalayas
In the first two weeks of the project, the
volunteers will get the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan culture
and the different issues related to the exile of its people and the
re-settlement in India. There will be cultural activities and exchange
with the Tibetan Youth with the support of the Tibetan Welfare Office.
The project will also include an awareness campaign for the protection
of the environment and solid waste management in cooperation with the
Tibetan Welfare Office. Furthermore, the volunteers will
support a local Indian/Tibetan school in need of simple renovation work and
interact with the school children. Language: English Accommodation: In a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location: Dharamsala, Himachal
Pradesh, North India, 500 km north of Delhi. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 15,000 Indian Rupees (about
$290 US)
Creative
educational and awareness activities in the beautiful Kodagu region of
Karnataka Volunteer project: Chickmangalore is situated in the beautiful Kodagu region of Karnataka. It is one of the largest coffee producing regions of the state and boasts of the most extraordinary and hypnotizing landscapes in the region. Chickmangalore is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Karnataka and has one of the very interesting communities with their very own rich historical background. During the project, volunteers will be involved in various activities ranging from physical work at the center, creative and entertainment activities in schools and kindergartens and awareness spreading on issues related to education, environment protection, health and hygiene. Volunteers can also visit the coffee plantations and take a walk in the reserve forests. Language: English Accommodation: In a hostel, hotel or dormitory. Location: Chikmangalur is situated in the beautiful Kodagu region of Karnataka state and is very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for the animal and plant species in this region. Chikmangalur is accessible by bus/air from Mangalore and Bangalore. The nearest Rail junction is Mangalore. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Volunteer project: Ayurveda is a 5000 years old Indian health care system that is widely practiced even today. "Ayur" in Sanskrit means "life" and "Veda" means "science". It is a perfect Science of health and longevity. This holistic science is the knowledge of complete balance of the Body, Mind and Spirit, including the emotions and psychology, on all levels. It includes in its consideration, longevity, rejuvenation and self-realization therapies through herbs, diet, exercise, yoga, massage, aromas, tantras, mantras, and meditation. According to Ayurvedic tradition, health is the balance of elements air, earth, fire, and water, and illness is an excess or deficiency of any particular element. Ayurveda treats illness at its source, rather than at the level of symptoms, and helps an individual to take responsibility for their own health and well being. Ayurveda is also known as 'Ashtanga Veda' (the word literally means 'Eight branches of knowledge') as it is divided into eight specialized branches. Yoga is a complete science of life that originated in India several thousands of years ago. It is the oldest system of personal development in the world, encompassing the entire Body, Mind and Spirit. It is the union between a person's own consciousness and the universal consciousness. The classical techniques of Yoga date back more than 5000 years. The word Yoga means "to join or yoke together," and it brings the body and mind together into one harmonious experience.
The volunteers will be learning the Basics
of Yoga and Ayurveda in these three weeks of the project. Every day,
there will be topics covered by a professional master (the person in charge of yoga
and ayurveda classes), which will be practiced by the volunteers. Yoga
will be practiced every day. Language: English Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms. Location: Kerala, South India. The state of Kerala is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines. Trains and buses operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South India. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 15,000 Indian Rupees (about
$290 US)
Creative,
entertainment and awareness activities in schools and kindergartens in
Pondicherry
The volunteer project is organized in cooperation with an active local NGO in the field of education and renovation. In the past years many schools and villages have benefited from the work done by international volunteers, including the 2004 Tsunami-hit regions. A shelter for children and old aged people was opened in a village 10 km from the city, providing support to the poorer sections of the population in the district. The volunteers will be involved in various activities ranging from manual work at the center, creative and entertainment activities in schools and kindergartens and spreading awareness on issues related to education, environment protection, health and hygiene. The idea is to tackle the burning issues that the rural population is facing. Language: English Accommodation: In a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location: Pondicherry is located
approx. 200 km south from Chennai (Madras), Tamil Nadu State (East
Coast). Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Teaching
children and renovating school facilities in
Mount Abu
Volunteer project: Rajasthan was inhabited long before 2500 BC and
the Indus Valley Civilization had its foundation here in north Rajasthan
itself. Around 1400 BC the Aryans paid a visit and settled forever in
the area. The local population was pushed down south and towards the
east. Afghans, Turks, Persians and Mughals followed in mixing their
blood, first in war then in peace, with the existing original
inhabitants. This blending gave the martial lineage to the Rajputs. This volunteer project involves teaching basic English and Mathematics, Health and Hygiene, Environmental protection to children from poor background in the non-formal schools. There will also be House visits and meetings with rural people to give awareness about health, education and hygiene. Volunteers can take the school children to places in the city like picnics, exposure visits and city walks. Also, the volunteers will get a chance to take part in the renovation work at local schools and orphanages (painting, building playgrounds, etc). Language: English Accommodation: In a guesthouse, in shared rooms. Location: Mount Abu is located in the State of Rajasthan and is accessible by domestic airlines. Trains and buses operate on a daily basis from New Delhi and Mumbai. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Teaching,
raising health awareness and renovating schools in tribal villages Volunteer project: Coorg or Kodagu (originally called Kodaimalenadu) means “dense forest on steep hill”. It is a rural district located near the city of Mysore (Karnataka State) amongst scenery of misty hills, lush forests, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views. In cooperation with several local NGOs, the volunteer team will be helping to spread health and hygiene awareness among the tribal villages, working with local schools in teaching English, building playgrounds and assisting various underprivileged schools. The volunteers will spread awareness about solid waste management to school children. They will also be involved in activities such as creative education and teaching basic English and Math through games, art and songs with the children from the local schools. The work will include some amount of physical work for the renovation and betterment of the schools (painting, building playground, etc.). Language: English Accommodation: In the project home base, in shared rooms. Location: In several villages (Guntikopa, Ponnampet, Madikeri), District of Kodagu (Coorg), Karnataka State. Coorg is accessible from Mysore, Bangalore or Mangalore by bus. Bangalore has an international airport. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Protection
of the
World Heritage Site at
Hampi
The volunteer projects in Hampi will concentrate on the protection of the cultural heritage site and on creating awareness among the locals and the tourists. The volunteers will be involved in planting trees and plants, thereby converting dry areas into beautiful spots for an eye to rest on. The project activities will include physical work and will require a lot of creativity and motivation from the volunteers to convey the message through drama, plays, etc. Language: English Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location: Hampi, North Karnataka,
350 km from Bangalore and 13 km from Hospet. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Creative,
entertainment and awareness activities in schools and rural areas
in historic Mahabalipuram
During the volunteer project, the
participants will be involved in various activities ranging from
physical work, creative and entertainment activities in schools and
kindergartens and spreading awareness on issues related to education,
environment protection, health and hygiene, and preserving the cultural
heritage. Language: English
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Support
the development of underprivileged communities
Volunteer project: Speaking of the
topography of India, the Northern side is covered by the wide range of
the huge snow clad Himalayas. The west is covered by the Arabian Sea.
The East is covered by the Bay of Bengal. The southern side is very
unique as both these seas mingle with the Indian Ocean.
In this project, the volunteers we will
work along with different organizations involved in the development of
the underprivileged. The aim is to spread awareness among the people and
to give them more instruments to feel confident and feel free to decide
for their future, and for the future of a new generation. The mission of
this project is to educate the children to build a better and more
conscious society. The international group will also work on community
service projects. The volunteers will be involved in teaching basic
English, Maths, Health and Hygiene to school children through art,
music, dance, songs, etc. Language: English Accommodation: At a guest house, in shared rooms. Location: Kanyakumari, South India. Buses are frequently available from Thiruvananthapuram, the closest major transport hub. Long distance buses are available from Chennai (Madras), Coimbatore, Madurai, etc. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Educational
and health awareness activities with slum kids in Goa Volunteer project: Situated on the west coast (Arabian Sea) lies this small tourist state of India. Goa was the former Portuguese colony in India. It is one of India's most cherished and prominent places for travelers since many years for its remarkable palm-fringed beaches. Groups of international volunteers along with a local group of specialists have been part of an awareness program all throughout the state for several years. This year again a volunteer project will be conducted but with a different theme. Inquiries have been received for support in other areas as well, such as social development, awareness programs and creative education for the rural kids of that region.
The volunteers will be visiting the
schools and rural settlements of the region to present the importance of
health and hygiene awareness and the need of education among adults
and children. The volunteers need to be very creative in designing
the exclusive orientation for the people of this region. Volunteers who
participate in this project need to bring materials and ideas for the
program, after which the whole group will settle on a plan of action
decided by the team. Language: English Accommodation: In a guesthouse, in shared rooms. Location: Panjim city, in Goa State. Panjim is the capital of the state of Goa. Panjim is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines fly directly to Panjim Airport. The nearest international airports are Mumbai and Bangalore. Trains and buses operate on a daily basis from Bombay and Bangalore. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Marine
turtle protection project on the west coast of Karnataka Volunteer project: Kundapur is a town situated on the west coast of Karnataka near the beach, and very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for its number of animal and plant species in this region. In 2004, a Marine Turtle protection project has been started here in co-operation with the Forest Department of the State of Karnataka. Over a 60-kilometer stretch of beach, surveys are conducted and the turtle nests are protected until the hatching of the eggs. In 2007, more than 1500 baby turtles reached the ocean safely thanks to the efforts of international volunteers. This year again we continue these efforts. The projects will also focus on spreading awareness to the general public and in the schools about the importance of turtles in the bio-diversity. Language: English Accommodation: In the project home base, in shared rooms.
Location: Kundapur is situated 100
km north of the city of Mangalore, 300 km from Panjim (Goa), and 450 km
from Bangalore. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Rural development and
environmental awareness projects in Rajastan
The volunteer projects here will be conducted with local co-operation for rural development and watershed management, environmental awareness and working together with local villages in rural development projects. Most of the schools around Jodhpur lack basic infrastructure like school building, education material, playground and drinking water. Volunteers can make a big difference in the daily lives of these children by providing the necessities listed above. Language: English Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Organizing entertainment activities for street and orphaned kids in
Calcutta Volunteer project: A city of Joy and Love, Grandeur and Glory... Kolkata alias Calcutta is full of life and bustle, verging on the chaotic as traditional occupations rub shoulders with ultra modern industries. Kolkata is India's second largest city, the capital of West Bengal and formerly, the capital of British India (1772-1912); it is a city with a great deal of charm with its imperial monuments, strong cultural and religious flavour.
However it is also suffering from a terrible lack of hygiene, illiteracy
and unemployment are rampant, and the first to suffer from these poor
living conditions are the children. In an effort to bring a bit of joy
back to the faces of the street and orphan children of Calcutta,
international group of volunteers together with local NGOs
will conduct a Happy Hearts Workcamp: it will consist of a series of
“Happy Hearts” Sessions in which the group of volunteers will organise
activities to entertain and open the minds of the children to the
outside world. The volunteers will also undertake some renovation work
in the schools like painting, renovation of toilets, kitchens and
playgrounds, etc. Language: English Accommodation: In a guesthouse, in shared rooms.
Location: Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Education
and awareness program in
Mysore
In this project the volunteers will work
with different organizations involved in the development of the
underprivileged. The slum reality is a big issue in the entire country.
The aim is to spread awareness among the people and to give them more
instruments to feel confident and free to decide for their future, and
for the future of a new generation. The mission of this project is to:
Language: English Accommodation: In a guest house, in shared rooms.
Location: Mysore Rural & Urban,
South India. Mysore is about 140 km from Bangalore. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Raising
awareness of the importance of education, hygiene and environmental
protection in Darjeeling Volunteer project: Darjeeling is a town in West Bengal and is famous for its tea industry and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is situated at an average elevation of 6982 ft (2128 m) and is also known as 'Queen of the Hills'.
The volunteers will be visiting the
schools and rural settlements of the region to present the importance of
health and hygiene, environment awareness and the need of education
among the adults along with the children. Volunteers need to be very
creative in designing the exclusive orientation for the people of this
region. Volunteers who participate in this project need to bring
materials and ideas for the program on their arrival, after which the
whole group will settle on a plan of action. Volunteers can also visit
the tea plantations in their free time. Language: English Accommodation: In a guest house, in shared rooms. Location: The nearest airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra (96 km). There are direct flight connections with Delhi and Calcutta. The closest railway station is New Jalpaiguri, about 88 km away from Darjeeling. It has direct railway connections with Calcutta, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai. Regular bus services are also available. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
Ayurveda and Yoga
experience Volunteer project: Ayurveda is a 5000 years old Indian health care system that is widely practiced even today. "Ayur" in Sanskrit means "life" and "Veda" means "science". It is a perfect Science of health and longevity. This holistic science is the knowledge of complete balance of the Body, Mind and Spirit, including the emotions and psychology, on all levels. It includes in its consideration, longevity, rejuvenation and self-realization therapies through herbs, diet, exercise, yoga, massage, aromas, tantras, mantras, and meditation. According to Ayurvedic tradition, health is the balance of elements air, earth, fire, and water, and illness is an excess or deficiency of any particular element. Ayurveda treats illness at its source, rather than at the level of symptoms, and helps an individual to take responsibility for their own health and well being. Ayurveda is also known as 'Ashtanga Veda' (the word literally means 'Eight branches of knowledge') as it is divided into eight specialized branches. Yoga is a complete science of life that originated in India several thousands of years ago. It is the oldest system of personal development in the world, encompassing the entire Body, Mind and Spirit. It is the union between a person's own consciousness and the universal consciousness. The classical techniques of Yoga date back more than 5000 years. The word Yoga means "to join or yoke together," and it brings the body and mind together into one harmonious experience.
The volunteers will be learning the Basics
of Yoga and Ayurveda in these three weeks of the project. Every day,
there will be topics covered by a professional master (the person in charge of yoga
and ayurveda classes), which will be practiced by the volunteers. Yoga
will be practiced every day. Language: English Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms. Location: Kerala, South India. The state of Kerala is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines. Trains and buses operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South India. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 15,000 Indian Rupees (about
$290 US)
Rural development and
environmental awareness projects in
Kodaikanal Volunteer project: Kodaikanal is one of the most popular hill stations of India and is located in the state of Tamil Nadu with a fantastic landscape - surrounded by coffee, tea and orange plantations. The volunteer project here will be conducted in co-operation with a local NGO and will focus on rural development, environmental awareness and working together with local villagers in rural development projects. The goal is to develop projects that are meaningful for the development of this town. The volunteers will spread awareness about environment protection, recycling and solid waste management to the locals. Volunteers will need to be creative in their approach to give out the message through dramas and street plays. Volunteers who participate in this project need to bring materials and ideas for the program, after which the whole group will settle on a plan of action decided by the team. Some physical work like planting trees or making a garden could be involved. Language: English Accommodation: At a guesthouse, in shared rooms. Location: Kodaikanal is located in the state of Tamil Nadu and is about 90 km from Coimbatore city. Kodaikanal is accessible by bus from Chennai (Madras), Bangalore, Mysore and other small towns in Tamil Nadu. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Indian Rupees
(about $193 US)
Health,
hygiene and environmental awareness campaign in
schools and rural
areas around Chikmangalur
In the first week of the project, the
volunteers will be visiting the schools and rural settlement of the
region to present the importance of health and hygiene, environment
awareness and the need for education among the adults along with the
children. Volunteers need to be very creative in designing the exclusive
orientation for the people of this region. Volunteers who participate in
this project need to bring materials and ideas for the program upon
arrival, after which the whole group will settle on a plan of action
decided by the team. Volunteers can also visit the coffee plantations
and take a walk in the reserve forests. Language: English Accommodation: In a hostel, hotel or dormitory. Location: Chikmangalur is situated in the beautiful Kodagu region of Karnataka state and is very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for the animal and plant species in this region. Chikmangalur is accessible by bus/air from Mangalore and Bangalore. The nearest Rail junction is Mangalore. Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 7,500 Indian Rupees (about
$145 US)
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Volunteer project: Kodaikanal is
one of the most popular hill stations of India and is located in the
state of Tamil Nadu with a fantastic landscape - surrounded by coffee,
tea and orange plantations.
Kodaikanal is accessible by bus from Chennai (Madras), Bangalore, Mysore
and other small towns in Tamil Nadu.
Volunteer
project: Kundapur is a town situated on the west coast of Karnataka
near the beach, and very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge).
The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for the number of animal
and plant species in this region. International volunteer projects have
been running for many years in this region and there is now a very
strong network of local partners and local volunteers. Volunteers have
cooperated with a large number of schools, orphanages, institutions for
special education and the local authorities to develop projects that are
meaningful for the development of this rural town.
accessible by bus/train from Mangalore, Bangalore,
Panjim (Goa), and Mumbai. There are international and domestic airports
in Mangalore, Bangalore, Goa and Mumbai.
Volunteer project:
Situated on the west coast (Arabian Sea), lies this small touristic
state of India. Goa was the former Portuguese colony in India. It is one of
India's most cherished and prominent places for travelers since many
years for its remarkable palm-fringed beaches; a travelers paradise. 
Panjim Airport. The nearest international airports are
Mumbai and Bangalore. Trains and buses operate on a daily basis from
Bombay and Bangalore.
Volunteer project:
In this project, volunteers will work along with different organizations
involved in the development of the underprivileged. The slum reality is
a big issue in the entire country. The aim is to spread awareness among
the people and to give them more instruments to feel confident and free
to decide for their future, and for the future of a new generation. The
mission of this project is to:
accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines
fly directly to Bangalore International Airport. Trains and buses
operate on an everyday basis from almost all major towns/cities in South
India.
Volunteer project: Coorg or Kodagu
(originally called Kodaimalenadu) means “dense forest on a steep hill”. It
is a rural district located near the city of Mysore (Karnataka State)
amongst a scenery of misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea
and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and
breathtaking views.
In several villages
(Guntikopa, Ponnampet, Madikeri),
District of Kodagu (Coorg), Karnataka State. Coorg is accessible from
Mysore, Bangalore or Mangalore by bus. Bangalore has an international
airport.
Volunteer project: Valleys of the
Himalayas - where the heaven meets the earth. This small paradise is
home to the Dalai Lama and to a significant Tibetan settlement in India.
Dharamsala is set in the backdrop of the snow-clad peaks of Dhauladhar
Mountains. It is the capital of the Tibetan Government in exile and the
residence of the Dalai Lama.
and
other smaller cities of North India. The nearest train stations are
Pathankot and Kangra Mandir. Delhi is the nearest international airport.
Volunteer project:
Pondicherry, one of the former French Colonies, is located on the East
Coast of India. It is one of the most tourist places in the region and
has a lot to offer to the visitor. Its laidback atmosphere and amazing
beaches give it a very distinctive touch. It is also a prime location
for learning yoga and meditation in one of its many ashrams. It is also
the home of Auroville, a famous international community created by the Guru Sri
Auro Bindo.
Pondicherry is accessible from Chennai and Bangalore by direct
bus from both cities. There are domestic and
international airports in Bangalore and Chennai.
Volunteer project: Located in the
central part of the state of Karnataka, in the southern part of India,
Hampi is definitely one of the most interesting travel destinations on
the map of India. It is famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile
medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijayanagar, now declared a World Heritage
site. The temples of Hampi, its monolithic sculptures and monuments are
breathtaking. The Hindu style of architecture found at Hampi speaks of
the splendor of the Vijayanagar Empire.
Volunteer project:
Mahabalipuram is a town in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, and is
classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is renowned for its
magnificent temples, rock carvings and sandy beaches.
Location:
Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. The nearest
international airport is Chennai (60 km). Daily buses are available from
Chennai and Pondicherry. The nearest railway stations are Chengalpattu
(29 km) and Chennai (60 km).
Volunteer project: Rajasthan was
inhabited long before 2500 BC and the Indus Valley Civilization had its
foundation here in north Rajasthan itself. Around 1400 BC the Aryans
paid a visit and settled forever in the area. The local population was
pushed down south and towards the east. Afghans, Turks, Persians and
Mughals followed in mixing their blood, first in war then in peace, with
the existing original inhabitants. This blending gave the martial
lineage to the Rajputs.
Location: Jodhpur and neighboring
regions, State of Rajasthan. Accessible by domestic airlines. Trains and
buses operate on a daily basis from New Delhi and Mumbai.
Calcutta, West Bengal.
Accessible by air; Kolkata has a domestic and an international airport.
Trains and buses operate on a daily basis from many major towns/cities
in India. 
Volunteer project: Mysore is a city
in the state of Karnataka in Southern India. It was the erstwhile
capital of the Wodeyar dynasty and is considered the cultural capital of
the state. The city has recorded history dating back a thousand years
and a mythical history which explains the origin of the name -
apparently, this was the place where the demon Mahishasura was slain by
the Goddess Chamundi. You will find a statue of the demon on Chamundi
hill which commemorates this event.
Volunteer project: Chickmangalore
is situated in the beautiful Kodagu region of Karnataka. It is one of
the largest coffee producing regions of the state and boasts of the most
extraordinary and hypnotizing landscapes in the region. Chickmangalore
is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Karnataka and has one of
the very interesting communities with their very own rich historical
background.
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