Delhi: Upon arrival here, your senses will immediately be overwhelmed with the sights and sounds of the city. Delhi is more than 3,000 years old; although epics have been written about the history of this capital city, Delhi's most distinct present day division is between Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi is the historical capital of Muslim India and home to some of the world's most beautiful mosques, monuments and bazaars, as well as home to the famous Red Fort. Old Delhi is a significant contrast to the cosmopolitan city of New Delhi, which was built of British influence and is now the center of Indian government, trade and business. The streets are lined with multinational businesses and temples alike, making it a journey of old and new. Home to 15 million people, Delhi is a mosaic of the many different Indian cultures. It is also hub of the social activism and progressive thought characterizing India for centuries. In Delhi, you can find activity in almost every social sector and development issue, from AIDS to migrant workers, to women's issues and holistic healing.

Dharamsala: Located in the northern Indian state of Himachl Pradesh, Dharamsala was founded as an Indian Hill Station during the time of the British rule and did not receive much attention until 1959, when the Dalai Lama fled to the area and settled at the former hill station. Dharamsala is set in beautiful cedar and deodar forest with the mountain range as its backdrop. The nearby snow line makes the location even more picturesque and is a popular starting point for hiking, while the temples reflect the influence of Tibetan culture that have impacted this region of India, making it a unique meeting place of two ancient traditions. The refugee Tibetan community is rich in culture and open to visitors, you can learn about their customs and history and even visit the area where Dalai Lama resides.

Cross-Cultural Solutions offers a wide variety of programs and experiences, but all of our volunteers come away with the same benefits:

- Personal Growth
- Having a Purpose
- Gaining Independence and Confidence
- Connecting with Others
- Seeing a Country from the Inside-Out

* The CCS Home-Base

CCS offers volunteers unprecedented support, and our entire infrastructure is designed around volunteer safety. Each of our programs is located close to a CCS Home-Base, your "home away from home" while volunteering abroad. Each Home-Base is exclusively for CCS volunteers, and designed for your safety and comfort. Here, you can connect with other volunteers and CCS staff, reflect on your experiences, enjoy meals together, read, and relax.

The CCS experience also includes cultural and learning activities so that you can learn about the local culture. These include an in-depth orientation, language training, guest speakers and more. Volunteers also have plenty of free time to relax, reflect, or explore the community and country.