Essence of India
Essence of India I
(7 days) February 5-11, 2009
Experience Indian culture through its dance, music, crafts, food, fashion and more! This is a great introduction to the diversity of this ancient, yet changing country. Visit historical sites and experience the ‘emerging’ India, while learning about everyday challenges and successes here, in one of the world’s oldest civilizations. Learn how India’s many and varied religions co-exist side by side in Sangam’s own neighbourhood, and share your own Guiding and Scouting activities with our community partners.
(7 days) June 28 – 4th July, 2009
Experience Indian culture through its dance, music, crafts, food, fashion and more! This is a great introduction to the diversity of this ancient, yet changing country. Visit historical sites and experience the ‘emerging’ India, while learning about everyday challenges and successes here, in one of the world’s oldest civilizations. Learn how India’s many and varied religions co-exist side by side in Sangam’s own neighbourhood, and share your own Guiding and Scouting activities with our community partners.
(7days) July 9 - 15, 2009
Experience Indian culture through Bollywood - the largest film industry in the world! Dance to the soundtracks of these glamorous movies! Learn the latest moves and the most popular songs sung by India’s 1+ billion people. Explore the diversity of Indian cinema from traditional pop culture musicals to modern independent films. Discover the glamorous fashion of India and bring home an outfit worthy of the big screen while visiting Pune City with its colourful markets. Get a glimpse into the ‘royal’ families of Bollywood while making new friends in the sisterhood of WAGGGS.
(10 days) November 1 – 10, 2009
Discover thousands of years of traditional Indian philosophies for healthy living. Learn about ayurveda, yoga and holistic approaches to health. Experience thousands of years of Indian culture, philosophy and spirituality through traditional vegetarian meals, contemporary Laughter Club, Buddhist meditation, and the healing powers of naturopathy and homeopathy. See the places where this is practiced as you explore local temples, bazaars, and surrounding sites in the modern metropolis of Pune.