JAIPUR RAJASTHAN

Jaipur, the fascinating capital of the marvellous state of Rajasthan, is one of the well-planned cities of its time. The graceful architecture of the City that runs across in pink colour has earned Jaipur the title of The Pink City . Jaipur is predominantly known for its musicians, artisans and craftsmen. Today, it is flocked by masses for its fine Jewellery, varied textiles and sumptuous cuisine. The famous handicrafts, silver and gold jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones, beads, blue pottery products, carpets and textiles are the most preferred ethnic items by visitors. The growth of the City is also contributed by the rapidly developing social infrastructure with super-specialties hospitals and medical centres, institutions of higher-learning and schools.The work camp involves teaching children from poor and marginalized community in the non-formal schools about basic English and Mathematics, Health and Hygiene, and Environmental protection through creative learning methods like art, music, games etc. There will also be house visits and meetings with local people as part of inter-cultural learning and to give awareness on health, education and hygiene. Volunteers can take the school children to places for picnics and exposure visits. Volunteers also will get a chance to take part in simple renovation work at local schools/orphanages and engage in activities like painting, making Kitchen garden, tree plantation etc. As part of the cultural exchange, volunteers will witness and participate in the cultural programs with local community.