Creatives, enthusiastic people to elevate a Homestay in Chamba, India

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  Description

  We are located in a remote village called Kunr in district Chamba, Himachal Pradesh. It takes approximately six hours by road to reach us from Dharamshala. The village is also roughly a five-hour drive from Kangra's Gaggal airport/Dharamshala airport and the Pathankot Railway station. Chamba serves as the closest town. There is one daily long-route bus service from Dharamshala to Kunr. Our family consists of three members, including my parents. This serves as our summer residence, which we run as a homestay/BnB to promote tourism in our ancestral village. I personally visit throughout the year to manage and oversee things from time to time. Additionally, we are experimenting with new agricultural and horticultural practices. There are a few other projects in the pipeline that may come to fruition this year, keeping us occupied.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Elderly Companionship

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Culture

  

  Sustainability

  

  Videography

  

  Technology

  

  Self development

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Farming

  

  Writing

  

  Photography

  

  Music

  

  Languages

  

  History

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Carpentry

  

  Books

  

  Art & design

  

  Architecture

  

  Cycling

  

  Mountain

  

  Nature

  

  Hiking

  

  Fitness
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Our village, Kunra, is home to the Gaddi tribe and nomadic Gujars. It stands as one of the oldest villages in both the Chamba district and the Indian subcontinent. The Shivashakti temple here, dating back to the 7th century AD, has been recognized as a protected monument by the National Archaeological Survey of India. Students from various disciplines, including Archaeology, Anthropology, and Geology, frequently visit this area for research purposes.
  According to local belief, the Pandavas from the famous epic Mahabharata resided in this village during their exile, giving it the name Kuntapuri, derived from their mother Kunti. For an unparalleled cultural exchange and an experience steeped in ancient heritage, this location offers a unique atmosphere distinct from the contemporary culture of the plains.

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  Help

  We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are passionate about hospitality and have a flair for creative expression, such as wall art or graffiti art. We also welcome individuals with skills in social media marketing and cinematography. If you have access to a drone camera or other relevant equipment, that would be a bonus! We’d love to hear from you!
  
  Additionally, in November, assistance will be needed in our small kiwi orchard for kiwi picking.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Hindi: Fluent
  English: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  Looking forward to learn a language and sharing mine.
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  Accommodation

  Shared for workawayers.Shared Bunk beds room and a bathroom.

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  What else ...

  Given the location of this settlement amidst the Himalayas, numerous treks to high-altitude lakes are possible. We provide a limited set of weight training equipment. Cabs can be arranged in advance to align with your travel plans.

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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

  KUNR Internet connectivity through hotspots and dongles work well though yielding 5-6mbps.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

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