Proposed Itinerary: One Week Language and Culture

Day 1 : Welcome at IFRE India office, orientation on the language and culture program, and introduction to the week's events. Also: learn about Indian geography, climates, politics, and safety issues.

Day 2: Hindi language class begins (2-3 hours). Learn words of greetings, affirmative & negative, pronouns, short expressions, as well as more pertaining to getting to know each other. In the free time, explore the bustling markets and vibrant commercial areas.

Day 3: Hindi language class continues, covering verbs, adjectives, adverbs, family relations, food and drinks, as well how to appreciate something. Explore the nearby cafes and mall in the free time .

Day 4: Visit Old Delhi - Explore the captivating tourist attractions of Old Delhi. Some of the most delightful attractions our volunteers have the opportunity to behold include Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; Rajghat, the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated following his assassination in 1948; the renowned colorful shopping bazaar of Old Delhi.

Jama Masjid: this tomb was constructed when Shah Jahan decided to make Delhi his capital. Built in 1656 AD, the mosque took about six years to complete through the hard work of 5,000 laborers and craftsmen.

Day 5: Hindi language class continues (2-3 hours), covering additional Hindi words (names of places, animals, birds, directions, body parts, days, months, shopping, traveling). In the free time, participants have the opportunity to explore the bustling markets and vibrant commercial areas which offer numerous chances to try your new language.

Day 6: Explore New Delhi - Discover the delightful sites of the dazzling city of Delhi . Drive through the wide lanes of New Delhi and explore some of the most fascinating tourist attractions the city offers. The day's itinerary includes the following destinations: Qutab Minar, Old Fort, Humayun's Tomb, and Red Fort . Apart from these monuments, participants will witness the ever-bustling bazaars of Chandni Chowk , India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Lodhi Gardens and the Lotus Temple

Day 7: Hindi Language revision and evaluation. In the evening, depending on the volunteers' interests, a village sight-seeing (or attending a movie) may be arranged .

Note: This is a suggested, sample itinerary and IS subject to change to in order to comply with changes in field conditions.