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I am Duminda, working as a freelance photographer and a journalist. I live with my mother. I have a small plot of land with some coconut trees. I am planing to develop the land following permaculture techniques.
Some children in my neighborhood are interested to practise speaking English with foreigners. Much appreciated if you are able to involve with kinda activities with them.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can come n see the village n meet local people n learn local culture
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Help
I have a small plot of land with some coconut trees. I want to develop the land with permaculture techniques. If you are an expert in Permaculture, that would be awesome. Anyway those who are interested in hands on with farming works, are warmly welcome.
Plus if anybody would like to help with practising speaking English for the local kids, would be also great.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
A bedroom with a double bed and a single bed
What else ...
The place is located in Rajanganaya, a pretty large farming community situated 36km off to south from ancient Anuradhapura city. Public transports are easiest way to reach us.
Transport by trains-
Trains from Colombo fort through Polgahawela and Maho junction need to get down from Thambuttegama railway station, or if you are coming from North like Jaffna, Mannar through Anuradhapura, also need get down from Thambuttegama railway station and 1/2km by tuk tuk or a walk to the bus stand near the Police station. From there get a bus (Rajanganaya yaya 4) like 7 km, get down at Rajanganaya yaya 4 school. We are just few walking meters away from there.
Transports by buses-
From Colombo, you need to take the bus (No 57 Via Ella Anuradhapura) and get down from Thambuttegama police station, from there follow the same way. Or if you are around Airport side or Negombo, get the bus (route no 87 Jaffna, Vavunia or No 04 Anuradhapura) coming from Colombo and get down from Rajanganaya Junction. From there get a bus to 5th miles post of Rajanganaya & contact us. Or if you are already in Anuradhapura, pls get bus (route no 57 Kurunegala), get down from near the Thambuttegama police station and take the bus Rajanganaya yaya 4 to get down from Rajanganaya yaya 4 school.
Sight seeings-
Here is not a touristic place though it's located in ancient Anuradhapura. But the history of Rajanganaya goes back to during the king periods. It's proven by some remains still alive from ancient livings around the village. The village is pretty big. But we are located in a most beautiful location of the area surrounded by two huge reservoirs, two rivers, some ancient archeological places and stretch of paddy fields. Most are paddy, vegetable and fruits farmers. From few beautiful view points in the village, you will see stunning views over the stretch of paddy fields, dotting tanks, and beautiful sunset over the green vegetations. If you take public transport from here easily can do a day visit to Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Thanthirimale Rock temple and Awukana Rock Buddha statue. And also you can do a bicycle ride to visit reservoirs, rivers, ancient temples & view points around the village.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I do not have wifi. But you can use a suitable internet package and work
Space for parking camper vans
Any size vehicle can be parked
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hrs work per day max 25 hours/week
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I stayed at Dumi cousin's sister house, everyone in the family was so welcoming and caring, cooking amazing traditional food and making sure I was feeling comfortable all the time. I spent most of time playing with the lovely and curious children, and we also did an English… read more
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I stayed at Dumi cousin's sister house, everyone in the family was so welcoming and caring, cooking amazing traditional food and making sure I was feeling comfortable all the time. I spent most of time playing with the lovely and curious children, and we also did an English… read more
We highly recommend Duminda, a very thoughtful person with a beautiful open mind and a wonderful sense of welcome.
We spent 6 days with Duminda, during which we had very enriching discussions and did lots of activities.
He gave us a real insight into Sri Lankan life, with people who are very… read more
gardened at his house but at a friend's garden too. This allow us to met lots of local people. True meetings, longs and warmly… read more
