Vardo (Romani wagon) - Wikipedia
A vardo (also Romani wag (g)on, Gypsy wagon, living wagon, caravan, van and house-on-wheels) is a four-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle traditionally used by travelling Romanichal as their home. [1]: 89–90, 168 [2]: 138 The name v ardo is a Romani term believed to have originated from the Ossetic wærdon meaning cart or carriage. [3] .
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Vardo: The Opulent Caravans of The Gypsies | Amusing Planet
Mar 29, 2019 · Instead of pitching tent wherever they went, they had horse-drawn wagons where they cooked, ate, and slept. Later, around the middle of the 19th century, these caravans were adopted as living quarters by the Romani people, commonly called the Gypsies.
35 Facts About Gypsy Caravans
Oct 30, 2024 · Gypsy caravans, also known as Vardos, are colorful, intricately designed mobile homes traditionally used by Romani people. These rolling homes are not just a mode of transport but a symbol of freedom and a nomadic lifestyle.
What Is a Caravan of Gypsies? – Backpacking Guys
Five essential components form the structure of a traditional gypsy caravan, each carefully crafted to guarantee durability, comfort, and functionality on the open road, and designed to provide a cozy living space for its inhabitants.
History Of The Vardo | MARINA RAVEN - Vardo Wagon
Much of the Gypsy tradition roams within the blood of their descendants and whispers to those not yet born into it. The Reading Vardo, which is the design of our own wagon, dates from 1870 and takes its name from the original builder ~ Dunton & Sons of Reading.
“Vardos:” The Horse-Drawn Wagons of British Romani
Feb 4, 2019 · “Vardos” still exist, but it is estimated that less than 1% of British Romani live in gypsy caravans today. Instead, the structures are used in other ways. Travelers who want a unique “glamping” experience may be able to rent a “vardo” for a few nights.
Romany or Gypsy Caravans | Gypsy Magick and Lore
Jun 26, 2017 · The sight of a Vardo or Romany caravan (often known to the non-travelling population as a ‘gypsy caravan’) is exciting for its rarity and conjures up an unhurried, picturesque pre-industrial lifestyle: images of Wind in the Willows, of a bow-topped roof with extravagantly carved and painted woodwork proceeding slowly behind a large and ...
Caravans of Color: The Intricate Vardo Wagons of Britain's …
Jun 22, 2018 · These sometimes opulent-looking caravans were more than just cozy and warm homes that housed the Romani families who were always on the road. A vardo wagon attested to the economic status of the family as well as supporting the age-old nomadic way of life of the Romani people.
A whimsical compendium of traditional gypsy caravans
Jun 3, 2016 · The inside of the wagon made for a homey living space, and the exterior spoke of the status of the family. Elaborate carvings and complex painted designs of animals or flowers were some of the common features to be seen on the Romani caravans.