5 tips to enjoy at Jaipur Lit Fest

Jaipur Literature FestivaL

From January 21 to 25 Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) will transform the beautiful old Grand Diggi Palace Hotel in Jaipur into a carnival of minds as the greatest writers, thinkers, journalists, historians, poets, novelists and musicians from around the world gather together under the same roof. Here are the five tips to make the most from the coveted fest.

Immerse yourself in stories:

With a great line-up literature enthusiasts are in for a treat. This year promises an eclectic mix of writers including popular names such as the legendary Margaret Atwood, poet, novelist, literary critic, essayist, and environmental activist; Ruskin Bond, beloved to generations of Indian readers; Steve McCurry, one of the world's greatest living photographers; controversial Harvard historian Niall Ferguson and Britain’s national treasure Stephen Fry.

Get up, close and personal with your favourite authors:

Want to lunch with literary heavyweights? Celebrate the success of the Festival with your favourite authors at the Writer’s ball? While the Festival is completely free and open to all, booklovers can grab a golden opportunity to interact with literary heavyweights by buying the special delegate pass, visiting as a ‘Friend of the Festival’. In addition to sharing the lunch table with other delegates and authors at Diggi Palace, you can experience the evening music every night and round off the Festival dancing the night away at the Writer’s Ball. With the delegate pass you have access to exclusive extra sessions at royal forts like Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal. ‘Friends of the Festival’ can also take up special festival discounts on their accommodation at select hotels.

Don’t miss the music! :

ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival hosts several cultural and musical nights at historic monuments and grand hotels around the city. Always a popular part of the programme, the Festival has already announced renowned Malian musician Fatoumata Diawara for 2016.

‘Sip’ your way through sessions:

What better way to enjoy those overwhelming after-session moments and discussions than while sipping on famous Pushkari chai. Kachori and samosa stalls on the Front Lawns will satiate your mid-day hot snack cravings. And all of this will be served with added Rajasthani warmth.

Take home some Rajasthani magic:

Alongside your enriching experience at the royal retreat, the Diggi Palace, explore the nearby cluster of magnificent forts, museums and palaces while visiting the pink city. There is also a regal shopping experience awaiting you with a wealth of antique jewelry, traditional jootis and fabrics. Famous for its flavours the city offers foodies much to relish in its Lal Maas, Dal Batti, Kachori and other Rajasthani cuisine.