Let's rebuild an abandoned village alongside my family in Galicia, Spain

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  Description

  Hi,
  
  We are a family of three (Davoud, Tatiana and baby Mey) working on converting an abandoned village located in Galicia, Spain into a space for artistic practices, creativity, and critical learning. At this stage this is a family project.
  
  Our village is our little paradise with incredible mountain views located on a ridge overlooking the Miño river in a region called Ribeira Sacra. We are surrounded by lush oak and chestnut forests ideal for trekking. Our region produces one of the best wines in Spain and we help them in this process of heroic viticulture. We consume local food and follow the principles of sustainability.
  
  We work because we love to create, grow, and share. We work because we believe that through working, thinking, creating art, and contemplating philosophically, we can make this world a better place.
  
  And we look forward to having you on board!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  DIY and building projects

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Staying with us, you will find yourself within an environment of camaraderie, sharing, exchange of skills and ideas. We come from two distinct cultures. We speak multiple languages. We have travelled the world for years. We cook various authentic cuisines.
  
  We work with many artistic media, from film and music to poetry and dance. And we build with our hands and minds in a quest to rebuild our village based on the principles of sustainability, equality, and curiosity.
  
  Furthermore, we also have a loving relationship with our community of neighbours who are hardworking farmers and viticultural workers of central Galicia. So your stay with us will be a mixture of universal and Galician experience.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We have an abandoned village to rebuild so there is a lot to do in many areas such as construction, gardening, landscaping, and more. During your period of stay you will be working alongside us and hired professional trades. This is a perfect opportunity to learn new skills from experiences people in the field.
  
  Anyone who is willing to learn and work is welcome. But prior experience in construction and online work is highly appreciated. We do things communally on a daily basis. We cook together, work together and eat together, so make sure you enjoy such a collective approach to life if you want to join.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Persian (Farsi): Fluent
  Galician: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  Arabic: Intermediate
  Japanese: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  We are a couple of linguaphiles:)
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  Accommodation

  ACCOMMODATION:
  You will be sleeping in a beautiful second floor loft space with incredible panoramic views of the valley. This space is communal and cozy with 2 kingsize beds with the possibility of changing them to single beds. On the first floor bathroom and shower as well as kitchen and eatery is located, connected with the upper floor with an EXTERIOR staircase.
  
  FOOD:
  You will be having THREE meals per day with our family for no costs. Here in Galicia we eat WELL. Lunch is the staple meal, it's big and bountiful and comes with local wine and good conversations:) Breakfast is normally a hot beverage taken with some toast and jam or cookies. And dinner is normally small and includes bread, cheese, and chorizo or some homemade yogurt with homemade jam or fruits. We are omnivores, but we can accommodate for dietary restrictions to the best of our ability.

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  What else ...

  Your time off will be a perfect opportunity for short or long strolls in an untouched forest and across vineyards. This is where we recharge our batteries! Visiting local wineries, hiking, and if the season permits, swimming in the river, or water sports are some other activities you can indulge in. There are many gorgeous viewpoints, waterfalls, Romanesque churches, and small villages to visit in our area.
  
  We have a vehicle for work and if our schedules permit we can take or drop you off at nearby towns of Escairon, Monforte de Lemos, or Chantada. There are local fairs to be enjoyed depending on the time of your visit, as well as cafes, restaurants, music venues, and old quarters.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Our upload speed isn't the best at the moment, but if you get a cheap mobile SIM card, you can have all the upload speed you need for your work.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There is ample flat space for parking your van! There is water access, but emptying your swage has to happen off site.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week