The Flying Fakir, Amusement ride in Fairy Tale Forest, Efteling, Netherlands.
The Flying Fakir is an amusement ride in Fairy Tale Forest where carpet-shaped platforms move visitors through circular motions. Musical tones from a magical flute underscore the experience throughout the rotation.
The ride opened as part of Fairy Tale Forest when Efteling began operations in 1952. It became one of the original attractions that helped define this themed section of the park.
The Flying Fakir draws from Middle Eastern folklore with its magic carpets and enchanted flute music that fill the ride area. Visitors step into a storytelling tradition where wonder and mystery are woven into the experience itself.
The ride is located in the main areas of Fairy Tale Forest and accessible via the park's pathways. It operates throughout the regular opening hours of the amusement park.
Each carpet platform rises and falls independently while rotating, creating a distinct motion pattern for every rider. This variation means no two rides feel exactly the same for passengers on different platforms.
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