The NGO Jan Kala Sahitya Manch Sanstha (JKSMS) from Jaipur, is working on the project for “Endogenous Tourism” in Samode. Mr. Kamal Kishore, the secretary of JKSMS, has selected 134 families as host families for visitors. Experience the rural and cultural life of India by home staying with one of the host families of Samode, which open their door to visitors! Thus you have the possibility to interact with the families and to participate in cooking of traditional Rajasthani food. One-night stay inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner will cost approximately 500 RS (10 Euro) for two people.

The office of the NGO Jan Kala Sahitya Manch Sanstha is situated on the ground floor of this house. The very friendly family of artisans can receive up to 7 guests at the same time. The house has been renovated in 2005 and offers a cosy atmosphere. It is located at the entrance to the village and is surrounded by green hills. As a guest of this family you have the unique possibility to learn how to do miniature paintings.

Family Shri Bhanwar Lal Kumawat
Artists family for miniature paintings
   Shilp Colony, near Chomu gate Samode,
district Jaipur (Raj.)  India
Contact through:
jksmsjaipur@yahoo.co.in.
 

The ancestors of Damodar Prasad Kumavat have been artisans for many decades. He has followed this tradition and is working in his house as a miniature painter. Thus, the visitors that stay in his house have the great possibility to see and to learn, how miniature paintings are made. Damodar offers two guest rooms for altogether 4 persons. As a guest of this family you can also learn how to cook typical rajasthani dishes.

Family Damodar Prasad Kumavat
Artist family for miniature painting
Shilp Colony P.O. Samode
Jaipur (Raj.) India
Contact through:
jksmsjaipur@yahoo.co.in.
 

Gopi Kumawat belongs, as his neighbors, to the caste of the miniature-painting artists. Two American trainees have already experienced Gopi’s hospitality, while staying at his house for two months. In their feedback letter about the home stay in Gopi’s house, they praise the family as very friendly, helpful and kind. The guest room is furnished with a double bed, a big wardrobe and a comfortable sofa. You can have a look at Gopi’s art in his shop at Samode Palace.

Family Gopi Ram Kumawat
Artesian family
Shilp Colony P.O. Samode
Jaipur (Raj.) India
Contact through:
jksmsjaipur@yahoo.co.in.
 

The family of Chantush Raj Kumawat has been an artist family for many decades. The grandfather of the family was involved in the restoration of the Samode Palace, when it was turned into a luxurious hotel in 1985. Chantush’s house was built 18 years ago in the style of the ancient havelis. The interior of the house is decorated with marvelous paintings and frescoes, and you can even find a small “hall of mirrors” insight the house. It is a wonderful experience to spend a night in this friendly family, where three generations are united under one roof! Chantush also runs a little shop in Samode Palace, where he offers painting and other handicrafts.

Family Chantush Raj Kumawat
Artist family
Shilp Colony P.O. Samode
Jaipur (Raj.)
Contact through:
jksmsjaipur@yahoo.co.in.
 

Mr. Kailash Hariyana and his lovely family live next to one of the gates of Samode in a peaceful area. Mr. Hariyana has been working in Samode Palace as a waiter since more than 20 years. He speaks very good English and French and knows exactly the needs of his guests. His family is also producing miniature paintings. From two to four people can stay in his hospitable house. 

Family Kailash Hariyana
Shilp Colony P.O. Samode
Jaipur (Raj.) India
Contact through:
jksmsjaipur@yahoo.co.in.