Two-day celebrations to mark Jodhpur's 556th foundation day

"The main functions will, however, be held at the Umaid Government Stadium and the City Town Hall on May 12 focusing on the folklore of not only the region but the entire state, Yashwant said.

Founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD, Jodhpur is identified with its traditions, festivals, water bodies, blue-coloured houses, and the majestic Mehrangarh Fort.

However, it has off late consistently gained recognition as a global destination for plush weddings and birthday celebrations apart from shoots of various ads and films, both from Bollywood and Hollywood like Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Book' and James Bond series flick 'Octopussy'.

Also, keeping a growing tally of events of global standard, the city is now a destination for music festivals. "Jodhpur is now identified with the music festivals like Rajasthan International Folk Festival, World Sufi Spirit Festival and now the Jodhpur Flamenco and Gypsy Festival",Director, Mehrangarh Museum Trust, Karni Jasol, said.