Dhonk
Dhonk
4.5
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Unique stop for Ranthambhore visitors who are looking for interacting with local people who are doing craft work in the beautiful workshop facility. Dhonk is a social startup which aims at providing sustainable jobs to the ex-poachers families and village folks by giving them training in crafts and selling their produce at our fair trade store/ workshop situated at the fateh villa campus.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Chicago, IL146 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
While on a G Adventures tour, we asked our guide to arrange for a visit to one of the local fair trade cooperatives. Since we had limited time during the our time in the area, he arranged for the store to be opened in the evening.
We made our way down an extremely dark, dirt road filled with potholes. We weren’t sure if our minibus would make it.
The social enterprise was created to provide opportunities to the various tribes that were relocated from Ranthambore National Park when it was formed. One of their income sources was the poaching of tigers. Dhonk Craft provides education, training, micro loans and a spot to sell their crafts.
Upon arrival we were met by the founder, a couple of staff members, her son and a very friendly Labrador (in a fenced in yard).
The founder apologized that we were not able to view any of the women at work since it was after closing time, but she provided a tour of the facility.
The shop itself was full of a variety of merchandise created by the members of the enterprise in a variety of price points.
It is well worth a visit. I only wish that I had had more time to browse. And I hate shopping.
We made our way down an extremely dark, dirt road filled with potholes. We weren’t sure if our minibus would make it.
The social enterprise was created to provide opportunities to the various tribes that were relocated from Ranthambore National Park when it was formed. One of their income sources was the poaching of tigers. Dhonk Craft provides education, training, micro loans and a spot to sell their crafts.
Upon arrival we were met by the founder, a couple of staff members, her son and a very friendly Labrador (in a fenced in yard).
The founder apologized that we were not able to view any of the women at work since it was after closing time, but she provided a tour of the facility.
The shop itself was full of a variety of merchandise created by the members of the enterprise in a variety of price points.
It is well worth a visit. I only wish that I had had more time to browse. And I hate shopping.
Written 8 December 2023
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Andrea G
15 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This was one of the best experiences of our journey! I am impressed by the social work they do and the holistic approach they have.
I love their handiwork and am impressed by their craftsmanship. I bought a few clothes and a beautiful bag there - knowing that in addition to getting some beautiful clothes I also contribute to something good.
I love their handiwork and am impressed by their craftsmanship. I bought a few clothes and a beautiful bag there - knowing that in addition to getting some beautiful clothes I also contribute to something good.
Written 15 April 2023
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Heidi C
Rockville, MD19 contributions
Feb 2020
Very friendly coop of women who are learning the trades of local crafts. Their learning local artisanal craft forms provides the women an income generating trade to support themselves and their communities. Provides fair trade clothes, table linens, toys, and other hand crafts to eco tourists at fair prices.
Written 24 February 2020
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TheVickyJames
Jaipur, India41 contributions
Oct 2022
Laid-back service, The food is totally home-cooked style, so don't expect the real deal and taste, expect some homely modifications to the dishes. They are definitely overpriced for the quality and portion size of each dish. Not recommended as a place to have a heavy meal. You can go here if you want to grab a coffee and sit in peace.
Written 1 November 2022
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Clare T
Adelaide, Australia24 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
I recently spent a wonderful afternoon in the company of the women at Dhonk. We spent time with them as they were sewing, quilting, and block printing fabric. Dhonk is an excellent example of a female lead social enterprise. We had a delicious afternoon tea at the cafe. But the best thing about Dhonk was the shop. Lovely clothes, beautiful homewares and exquisite, scarves and fabric. An absolute must visit.
Written 15 November 2023
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Pradeep P
4 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
It looked nice when we passed the cafe on way to Safari. But very bad experience when we went there. Be ready for long wait for the order to be served. Pathetic service, overpriced food. Can't believe that 'Cafe' outlet was not able to serve tea. You have to request for spoon, salt n pepper, even water. ' All Glitter is not Gold'.
Written 7 February 2022
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aditi Subhedar
Kanpur, India16 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Apart from the wonderful collection of sustainable fashion and accessories we had lunch in their cafe. The food was good and freshly made by lovely jamila bano who was extremely cordial and welcoming. You must visit this place if you are in Ranthambore
Written 18 December 2022
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SmitAiyar
Chennai (Madras), India2 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
Hi ,
We visited Dhonk by accident.
The usual tour guides were taking us to the tourist shopping spots. As we were driving past we insisted our driver stop at Dhonk. It was beautiful. We bought knick-knacks but I would request their management to make more products available online so we can continue to buy. Their current website has very limited products.
Smita Aiyar
We visited Dhonk by accident.
The usual tour guides were taking us to the tourist shopping spots. As we were driving past we insisted our driver stop at Dhonk. It was beautiful. We bought knick-knacks but I would request their management to make more products available online so we can continue to buy. Their current website has very limited products.
Smita Aiyar
Written 23 February 2015
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ddevarshi
Jaipur, India1,058 contributions
Jan 2015 • Family
If you are interested in buying handicraft, specially clothes, when you visit places then you must visit this place. It is on Ranthambhore Road and you need take detour. The place has very good collection. The house is also into welfare activity and supports mogia tribe people, who were till recently engaged in poaching, to find alternative (legal and respectful) ways of livelihood. In their workshop you can see artisans working with stitching machines.
Written 7 March 2015
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LvmjV
Latrobe, PA213 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
I promised the director of Dhonk upon my return to the USA I would write a review on this fabulous co-operative that started in a home and expanded to include many different and varied hand crafted works created by local people, women and men alike. What a wonderful way to be be able to earn a living doing something each crafts person loves and contributing awareness to visitors.
My visit was planned by Overseas Adventure Travel Company and many purchases were made. The quality and price are astounding as well as being able to speak with the artists and have an open air vegetarian lunch with one of them seated at each table. It made for a more personal experience as well as being able to tell recipients of the gifts about the person who created the piece.
My visit was planned by Overseas Adventure Travel Company and many purchases were made. The quality and price are astounding as well as being able to speak with the artists and have an open air vegetarian lunch with one of them seated at each table. It made for a more personal experience as well as being able to tell recipients of the gifts about the person who created the piece.
Written 6 January 2015
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Hello, I think there has been a mix up here - I visited Dhonk last October and bought some items but I am not involved in the marketing or selling. You need to contact Dhonk direct.
The fabrics are fabulous!
Written 7 January 2019
Do you sell fabrics and do you do tailoring for ladies?
Written 1 November 2018
Hello ma'am,
Greetings! We do tailoring and our own hand block printing of exclusive wildlife prints. We do not sell loose fabrics. Do let us know if we can serve you.
Thank you.
Best wishes,
Divya
Divz333@gmail
Written 1 November 2018
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