Votigno | IBOIT26-05 | 2026-07-01 - 2026-07-10 | MANU,CULT | Age: 20 - 35

Founded in March 1990 under the auspices of the Dalai Lama, the Tibet House Onlus is a non-profit Cultural Centre based in Votigno di Canossa (Reggio Emilia), just a few kilometres from the famous Castle, the site of the historic 1077 mediation between Papacy and Empire, promoted by Countess Matilda. The first of its kind in Europe and unique in Italy, the Tibet House was founded by Reggio Emilia doctor Stefano Dallari. The centre houses a Tibet Museum, a Tibetan Temple, spaces dedicated to meditation, as well as rooms for round tables, seminars and courses. The complex is nestled in the green hills of Reggio Emilia and is set within the ancient walls of a charming medieval hamlet, brought back to life thanks to a long and patient restoration carried out by craftsmen and volunteers from all over the world.

Work: FEE FOR ITALIAN VOLUNTEERS IS 240€. EXTRAFEE FOR FOREIGN VOLUNTEERS IS 70€. Expected activities: - Maintenance within the hamlet, as well as care of green areas, vegetable gardens and animals; - Cleaning and setting up a space for an exhibition dedicated to Fosco Maraini, the renowned anthropologist and photographer, author of significant works and studies on Tibet; - Support in organising any scheduled events.

Accomodation and food: Meals are provided by the host organisation, and within the group, meal preparation is arranged in shifts, with all meals taken at the hamlet. There are several rooms in the hamlet: 2 doubles, 2 triples, 1 dormitory for 5, and 1 dormitory for 8, with shared bathroom facilities.

Location: Votigno

Location and Leisure: In addition to supporting association activities, there will be educational sessions on topics related to Tibet House: Buddhism, Shamanism, Tibet, Meditation. Other possible activities: - Yoga at dawn/sunset - Mindfulness course - Tasting at Azienda Agricola Strada del Casalino -Visit to Reggio Emilia

Airport: BLQ

Train/Bus station: Nearest airport is Bologna Marconi. Reach Bologna Central Station and take Train to Reggio Emilia Train Station (NO High Speed station) in Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi

01/07/2026 at 14:00 at Reggio Emilia train station (not the high-speed station, but the central station) https://maps.app.goo.gl/XbwHtGWZKRQDkHMv7

Language: eng

Extra Fee: 70 EUR