Archive · 29 Sep 2025
Reviving Himachali Heritage: An 80-Year-Old Home Transformed
In Keylong, Himachal Pradesh, an old mud house was brought back to life by Tanzin Bodh.
He turned it into a homestay named Zomsa, showcasing local life.
Besides Zomsa, Tanzin created ventures like Lahol to preserve culture and Garsha Looms, a marketplace for local crafts.
Women were involved in the restoration, reviving old traditions.
The initiative addresses the migration of youth to cities and the loss of traditional practices.
Garsha Looms empowers women through weaving and knitting, particularly socks and gloves which have earned a GI tag.
An 80-year-old mud home in Keylong, Himachal Pradesh, has been restored and turned into a homestay.
The homestay is called 'Zomsa' and is managed by local families, offering an authentic Himachali experience.
Tanzin Bodh also established 'Lahol' to preserve culture and 'Garsha Looms' for handwoven products.
Local women played a key role in the restoration, reviving traditional practices.
The initiative aims to combat the loss of cultural heritage and create livelihood opportunities.
- Who
- Tanzin Bodh, local women, and the community of Keylong
- What
- Revival of an 80-year-old mud home into a homestay and initiatives to preserve Himachali culture and crafts.
- When
- Bodh returned to Keylong in 2019.
- Where
- Keylong village, Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- To preserve local heritage, culture, and provide sustainable economic opportunities.
- Location
- Keylong village, Himachal Pradesh
- Homestay Name
- Zomsa
- Initiative Leader
- Tanzin Bodh, 32
- Other Ventures
- Lahol, Garsha Looms
- Focus of Garsha Looms
- Handwoven artisanal products
- GI Tag
- Hand-knitted socks and gloves of Lahaul and Spiti (2021)