Jaipur Literature Festival 2024: Everything You Need To Know About The Cultural Extravaganza
The 17th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) kicked off on February 1st, 2024, and promises to be a five-day extravaganza of literature, music, and cultural exchange.
The 17th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) kicked off on February 1st, 2024, and promises to be a five-day extravaganza of literature, music, and cultural exchange.
Here's your guide to everything you need to know about the festival from
February 2nd to 5th:
Speakers & Sessions (2nd - 5th Feb):
Renowned speakers: Immerse yourself in discussions with renowned figures like Raghuram Rajan (economist), Bonnie Garmus (author of "Lessons in Chemistry"), Hernan Diaz (author of "Trust"), Gopalkrishna Gandhi (grandson of Mahatma Gandhi), Kai Bird (biographer of Oppenheimer), and many more.Diverse topics: Explore a wide range of themes¡ªeconomics, history, science, fiction, poetry, biographies, social issues, and more¡ªthrough engaging sessions, debates, and book talks.
Highlighted sessions: Don't miss "Breaking the Mould: Reimagining the Economic Future," "I Am an Ordinary Man: India's Struggle for Freedom," "Oppenheimer: The American Prometheus," and "The Promise."
Music & Performances (2nd - 5th Feb)
Melodies & narratives: The festival features a blend of musical performances and author-musician collaborations, offering unique experiences at different venues.
Popular music artists: Musical artists and bands such as The Revisit Project, Prabh Deep, When Chai Met Toast and Harpreet & Salman Elahi will be performing on 2nd and 3rd.
Highlights: Look forward to "Songs of Milarepa" by Tibetan singer Tenzin Choegyal, a session on "Musically Speaking: The Chords of Mughal India," and musical evenings showcasing folk and contemporary music.
Festival Bazaar (2nd - 5th Feb)
Cultural immersion: Immerse yourself in the vibrant Festival Bazaar, featuring over 200 stalls showcasing handicrafts, textiles, artwork, books, and more from across India and the world.Unique finds: Discover beautiful handloom fabrics, exquisite jewellery, traditional art forms, and a variety of literary treasures.
Culinary delights: Savor delicious local and international cuisines at food stalls within the bazaar.
Workshops & activities: Participate in diverse workshops, book launches, children's events, and other interactive activities.
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General Information
Dates: February 1st - 5th, 2024Venue: Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur
Accommodation: Book your stay in Jaipur well in advance as the festival attracts large crowds.
If you have missed the first day, it doesn't matter. The next four days are waiting to enrich you mentally.
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