Kite Flying in Jaipur is a joyful tradition best experienced from a rooftop. From high above the city, take part in this playful activity that brings people together in friendly competition. With colourful kites dotting the sky, it’s a simple yet memorable way to connect with local culture.
Unlike in many places, kite flying (patangbaazi) here is a competitive and lively activity. The goal is not only to fly your kite but to cut the strings of others and claim their kites when they fall. It’s easy to see why this became a favourite with both royals and locals.
You can experience this spirited kite flying experience in Jaipur from the Chandni Terrace of our royal haveli. Join our in-house kite flyers, dressed in Rajasthani turbans and scarves, as you try your hand at patangbaazi. Enjoy the sweeping views with an Indian-style high tea, complete with savoury snacks, local delicacies and endless cups of chai.
As the sky fills with colour and quiet competition unfolds above you, the moment feels both nostalgic and cinematic. Many guests are reminded of The Kite Runner, with its quiet intensity and sky-bound drama. Here, however, it is also a chance to connect with a living tradition, one that continues to bring people together across generations.
Catch the rhythm of Jaipur’s skies at Dera Mandawa, a heritage palace in Jaipur, where kite flying becomes part leisure, part legacy and all heart. Step into a timeless ritual where every string you hold connects you to Jaipur’s living heritage.
