Explore the heart of India through her Villages
They say that the heart of India lies in her villages. As India is so massive and uniquely diverse so as her culture and traditions. Every part brings its fragrance and charm and so as her villages where you feel the innocence of India, their own clan’s culture which comes with their style of hospitality, food, clothing customs and its profound beauty which is to date remains unchanged.
Woman preparing morning tea for the guests in the small village of Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan.
Woman preparing morning tea for the guests in the small village of Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan.
A Group of Village woman brings water from the nearby well for their household activities, Jaisalmer Rajasthan
It is quite common to see water shortage in certain districts of Jaisalmer. Men are often seen outside doing all sorts of work to earn money and the woman takes responsibility for all household activities.
A Group of Village woman brings water from the nearby well for their household activities, Jaisalmer Rajasthan
It is quite common to see water shortage in certain districts of Jaisalmer. Men are often seen outside doing all sorts of work to earn money and the woman takes responsibility for all household activities.
Hindu priests sit inside barrels containing water as they perform special prayers in order to appease Varun, the Hindu rain god, in a temple of Kerala’s village.
Hindu priests sit inside barrels containing water as they perform special prayers in order to appease Varun, the Hindu rain god, in a temple of Kerala’s village.
Gaddis belong to the class of the shepherds and their job is to look after goats and sheep. They even practice personal folklore, and the quality of the music is extremely soothing and special. Gaddi garments are exclusively colorful and they follow different methods of worshipping Gods and Goddesses.
Gaddi tribal woman of Himachal is all set to attend the wedding guests
Gaddi tribal woman of Himachal is all set to attend the wedding guests
Gaddis belong to the class of the shepherds and their job is to look after goats and sheep. They even practice personal folklore, and the quality of the music is extremely soothing and special. Gaddi garments are exclusively colorful and they follow different methods of worshipping Gods and Goddesses.
Village women make Sanjhi on the walls of their homes with clay and traditional colours.
The images of the Indian goddess, Sanjhi (village deity), are popular art forms in Punjab. Village women make Sanjhi on the walls of their homes with clay and traditional colours. The making of the desi image has survived the extensive image of production of “marga” (the sophisticated “great tradition” art).
Village women make Sanjhi on the walls of their homes with clay and traditional colours.
The images of the Indian goddess, Sanjhi (village deity), are popular art forms in Punjab. Village women make Sanjhi on the walls of their homes with clay and traditional colours. The making of the desi image has survived the extensive image of production of “marga” (the sophisticated “great tradition” art).
With Ruhm we uncover our most popular villages where you will have the opportunity to meet various village communities, with an option to spend the night glamping in the wilderness. You’ll get to interact with the villagers, taste their cuisine, witness their ceremonies, and see abundant wildlife. Overlander conducts desert expeditions as well.
American Tourist trying her hand at learning cotton rug in a small village of Ranakpur.
American Tourist trying her hand at learning cotton rug in a small village of Ranakpur.
Swiss Tourist spending her day with the local villagers of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
Swiss Tourist spending her day with the local villagers of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
American tourist capturing her beautiful moment with the local Pushkar village girls in the Camel Fair.
American tourist capturing her beautiful moment with the local Pushkar village girls in the Camel Fair.
Russian Guest in the Rajasthani attire in the Jodhpur village of Rajasthan.
Russian Guest in the Rajasthani attire in the Jodhpur village of Rajasthan.
British woman taking part in the local village religious ceremony in Mathura, UP.
British woman taking part in the local village religious ceremony in Mathura, UP.
Chilean travellers riding local transporter Yak in the Gantok’s Village, Sikkim.
Chilean travellers riding local transporter Yak in the Gantok’s Village, Sikkim.
Some of our Popular Village destinations for you to explore
Artisan Villages of Kutch:
You will get to watch the artisans in action, as well as experience and get an insight into the village life. Stay in mud huts (with attached western toilets) or tents or sleep outside on a Charpoy ( traditional woven bed) in a village under the stars also visit the region’s famous salt desert.
Woman artisan in action in the broad daylight
Artisan Villages of Kutch:
Woman artisan in action in the broad daylight
You will get to watch the artisans in action, as well as experience and get an insight into the village life. Stay in mud huts (with attached western toilets) or tents or sleep outside on a Charpoy ( traditional woven bed) in a village under the stars also visit the region’s famous salt desert.
Farming in Rural Punjab of Amritsar:
Stay in Punjab traditional-style mud cottages. Guests can get involved in various farming activities (including milking cows), go on a tractor ride, go cycling, visit a Sikh temple and experience religious ceremonies, walk around the village and meet the villagers, or simple relax and enjoy the serenity.
Farming in Rural Punjab of Amritsar:
Stay in Punjab traditional-style mud cottages. Guests can get involved in various farming activities (including milking cows), go on a tractor ride, go cycling, visit a Sikh temple and experience religious ceremonies, walk around the village and meet the villagers, or simple relax and enjoy the serenity.
Ecosphere Spiti, A High-Altitude Rural part:
Ecosphere Spiti, A High-Altitude Rural part
Sundarbans:
Sundarbans:
Bishnoi Village of Jodhpur:
Bishnoi Tribal man enjoying his “Chillam”
Bishnoi Village of Jodhpur:
Bishnoi Tribal man enjoying his “Chillam”