Traditionally a land of magic and mystery, India is a destination where one can experience a different sense of reality, some of which can be deeply disturbing to the Western psyche.
From the Himalayan Mountains to the Indus and Ganges rivers, India is a land of great geographical and ethnic diversity. Bordering Pakistan, Nepal, China, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Burma, India has a history that dates back more than 5,000 years. Volunteers are often both intimidated by and attracted to its infinite layers of history, religion, politics, and society. Home to 18 languages, 500 dialects, 30 religions, and a billion people, India provides the international traveler with endless opportunities for exploration