Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival 2023

The Annual Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival will be held in the prestigious fort of Jodhpur - Mehrangarh Fort from April 2023 (Exact dates to be updated soon). The main purpose of this festival is to promote and strengthen the cultural bond between Rajasthan and Spain.

Therefore, this festival represents Indian & Spanish folk cultures. You can plan a trip to Jodhpur to attend Flamenco and Gypsy Festival to support the enriched cultural heritage of the Rajasthani Gypsy Music.

Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival

This unique festival of three days will bring the best of Flamenco and gypsy culture. It is one of the fascinating events to be attended in the month of April. Jodhpur celebrated the first edition of this festival, in the year of 2014. Since then, the city observes this festival every year with the joint effort of the Mehrangarh Museum trust, the Spanish embassy and Cante de las Minas.

The festival provides a platform to numerous well-known as well as aspiring folk dancers and musicians from all across the world to present their talent. The spirits of this festival will be set high by the dancers, guitarists, jazz pianists, bassists and drummers. To witness the energetic live performance of folk musicians, legendary Flamenco and gypsy artists you will have to join this festival that will keep you enthralled.

The Mehrangarh Museum Trust conducts this cultural event in Jodhpur to draw musicians with folk and gypsy background. The musical fusion, which is the perfect blend of new and contemporary music, captivates the audience.

Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Music

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Location of Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival

Mehrangarh Fort, which is located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is the venue for the Annual Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival. It is one of the largest forts of India with expansive courtyards and magnificent interiors. The fort was built 410 feet above the city by Rao Jodha, in the year 1460. It is surrounded by thick walls and has several palaces in its boundary, which are popular for their intricate carvings. Visit Meharangarh Fort to know more details and to have a wonderful experience of ethnicity.

Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort

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You can enjoy an extended tour to North India with Taj Mahal and Ganges along with your Jodhpur Tour.

Highlights of the Festival

  • Live folk music
  • Gypsy culture of Rajasthan & Spain
  • Rajasthani Lifestyle
  • Step back to the history of Rajasthani and Spanish music
  • The stunning sand domes of Rajasthan

Popular Attractions of Jodhpur

Being in a tour of Jodhpur to attend the Flamenco and Gypsy Festival, you can enjoy visiting the major sites of attractions within the city.

1. Sadar Bazaar and Ghanta Ghar

Sadar Bazaar is a vibrant market place of Jodhpur, with the clock tower as a popular landmark. Narrow passages lead from Ghanta Ghar (clock tower) to Sadar Bazaar, which is situated in the old city. You will find vendors selling spices, vegetables, textiles, Indian sweets, silver and handicrafts. You can take a stroll of this market at leisure. You will be able to observe the colorful life of the Marwars (people).

Sadar Bazaar Jodhpur

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2. Jaswant Thada

The Jaswant Thada is an intricately designed marble mausoleum located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. In 1899, it was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur in the memory of his father. It is also considered as the burial ground for the Marwar rulers.

Jaswant Thada, Jodhpur

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3. Kaylana Lake

Kaylana Lake is a man-made lake located at a distance of 8 km to the west of Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India. Pratap Singh built the lake in 1872. It had numerous palaces and gardens in ancient times, which were ruined to make the Kaylana Lake. This lake has a beautiful surrounding with natural vegetation including Babool trees (Acacia nilotica) in abundance. During winters, numerous migratory birds like Siberian cranes can be seen here.

Kaylana Lake Jodhpur

4. Umaid Bhawan Palace

This Palace is one of the largest private residences, located at Jodhpur in Rajasthan. The palace which is named after Maharaja Umaid Singh has 347 rooms. It is the chief residence of the Royal Family, a part of which is managed by Taj Hotels. As Umaid Bhawan Palace was constructed using stones from Chittar Hill, it was also popular as Chittar Palace.

Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

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5. Balsamand Lake

This lake is located on Jodhpur - Mandore Road, which is 5 km away from Jodhpur. It was built by Balak Rao Parihar in 1159 AD and serves as a popular picnic spot. Lush green gardens surround the lake and enhance its beauty. The garden consists of trees like papaya, mango, pomegranate, plum and guava. It also shelters jackal and peacock.

Balsamand Lake, Jodhpur

Weekend Getaways from Jodhpur

To make your vacation more exciting and charming, go to the nearby destinations mentioned below:

1. Jaipur

It is the capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the “Pink City” throughout the world. Jaipur houses many famous palaces, forts and other places of attractions.

Read More : Magnificent Monuments of Jaipur Not to Be Missed

Suggested Tour : 3 Days - Jaipur City Tour from Delhi

2. Udaipur

Udaipur is one of the famous travel destinations with attractions like Lake Pichola, City Palace, Fateh Sagar Lake, Monsoon Palace and many more.

Read More : Top 10 Places to Visit in Udaipur

Suggested Tour : 9 Days - Taj Mahal Tour With Udaipur

3. Jaisalmer

It is situated in the heart of Thar Desert and offers fascinating camel ride for a wonderful vacation. Jaisalmer has many attractive tourist spots.

Read More : Top Places To Be Visited In Jaisalmer

Suggested Tour : 8 Days - Rajasthan Tour from Delhi

4. Mount Abu

Mount Abu is the only hill station of Rajasthan which is located near the border of Gujarat.

Read More : Top Places to Visit in Mount Abu

Suggested Tour : 5 Days - Rajasthan Tour

5. Ajmer

It is the fifth largest city of Rajasthan popular for its Taragarh Fort, Lake Foy Sagar, Ana Sagar Lake and others. Ajmer Sharif is the major attraction located in Ajmer that draws numerous domestic and foreign tourists.

Also Read : Top 6 Reasons Why Tourists Love Ajmer

Suggested Tour : 9 Days - Golden Triangle with Pushkar Ajmer Tour

6. Pushkar

It is a popular town of Rajasthan sharing its border with the Thar Desert. It is famous for its Lake and for organizing the camel fair. Pushkar therefore, remains thronged by tourists from all over the world.

Also Read : Top Things To Do In Pushkar And Ajmer

Accommodation in Jodhpur

Staying in Jodhpur is not at all a concern as it has numerous luxurious hotels with all amenities. The below mentioned hotels are comfortable and spacious that will make your stay memorable.

  • Indana Palace
  • Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur
  • Welcome Heritage Bal Samand Lake Palace
  • Vivanta by Taj
  • Bijolai Palace
  • Raas
  • Welcome Hotel Jodhpur
  • The Gateway Hotel Jodhpur
  • Ranbanka Palace
  • The Marwar Hotel & Gardens

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How to Reach Jodhpur

Being one of the most frequented travel destinations of India, Rajasthan is very well connected in terms of air, train and road.

Travel by Air:

Traveling through air is the quickest mode of transport. It will save your time, allowing you to enjoy your vacation. Several flights operated from the major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Udaipur connect the city of Jodhpur, in Rajasthan. The airport is located at a distance of 5 km from the city center.

Travel by Train:

Jodhpur has a good connectivity of trains. The cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata get connected to Jodhpur by running numerous trains. The nearest railhead to Mehrangarh Fort is the Jodhpur Junction Train Station. It is located at a distance of 1 km from the Fort.

Travel by Road

Road route to Jodhpur is also very convenient. Many Government and private buses are operated every day from Delhi to Jodhpur - popularly known as the “Sun City” or the “Blue City”. Buses from Jaipur can also be boarded to reach Jodhpur.

Note: One has to hire a taxi or an auto to reach the fort from airport, railway station or bus station.

Take an extensive tour of Jodhpur with Travelogy India, while attending the 3 days tour of Flamenco and Gypsy Festival, 2016. Have a pleasant vacation while discovering the culture and music of the gypsies.