Similar to previous years' program with Yenisehir Municipality, volunteers will be asked to do some environmental and renovation work; such as cleaning, painting, repairing and sustaining of public areas.
Accomodation & food:
Hotel/ Local restaurant
Location & leisure:
Mersin is 20 km inland from Mediterranean Sea. It has hosted various nations throughout the history. The city welcomes the volunteers with its beautiful nature, historical monuments, ruins from antique and middle ages and modern structures of a developing city. Cleopatra´s Gate, church of St. Paul, architectural works from Ottoman periods and early Republic of Turkey are some of the most remarkable features of the city. Local cuisine includes sandwich with grilled meats wrapped in flat bread named "tantuni", a dessert made by carrot called "cezerye" and a sour drink named "salgam".
Age:
18-99
Location:
Yenisehir - mersin
Language(s):
English
Airport:
International airports; Istanbul or Ankara or Adana
Construction, reconstruction, renovation, landscaping, gardening, class cleaning and kitchen works at a non-formal education center.
Accomodation & food:
A: Under the supplied tents. Sleeping bag and mat are necessary. If you prefer privacy you can bring your own tent. F: Food is provided at the venue. Volunteers help the staff for preparing, cooking the meals, setting up the tables and serving the food to the students during the courses and washing the dishes.
Location & leisure:
Sirince is a small village in the west of Turkey. Please be aware that the center is a bit isolated. No night life, TV or disco is available at the center, but there is internet connection. The next village Sirince, which is only 15 minutes by foot, is very attractive and famous for its homemade wines and traditional architecture. The nearest town Selcuk, which is the home of world famous Ephessus open-air museum http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mUqg1yBFTo . The nearest city Izmir, is one hour away by coach.
Requirements:
Extra Fee: Individuals can apply free of charge. 3 and more applications from the same country is subject to a charge of 50 Euro per person. This cost is shared with the host to buy working materials.
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