Great Rann of Kutch (The White Desert )Travel Guide

The Rann of Kutch is located in the Thar Desert bio-geographic area in the Indian state of Gujarat with some parts in Pakistani province of Sindh. It is a seasonally marshy region, the word Rann meaning "salt marsh".

Kutch is the name of the district in Gujarat where this region is situated. The salt marsh covers a huge area of around 10,000 square miles and is positioned between the Gulf of Kutch and the mouth of the Indus River in southern Pakistan. To the northeast corner of the Rann of Kutch lies the Luni River, originating in Rajasthan.

Here's all the information you need to visit it.

Where is it Located?
If taking a train, it's most convenient from Mumbai (15 hours). Flights to Bhuj are also available from Mumbai. Buses to Bhuj are available from many places in and around Gujarat, and the road is in good condition.

When to visit
Winters (November-Feb) is the best time to visit Kutch, especially on the full moon nights as the reflection of the moonlight on the white sand looks amazing. The Rann Festival is also organized during the same time and that adds for a lot of activities in and around here. Summers should be avoided as temperatures could reach upto 45 degree Celsius.

The Heart Of Kutch Lies In Its Villages
The unique handicrafts of Kutch are world famous. A lot of women and young girls make their living by selling different types of embroidered clothes. The embroidery is of various styles such as Rabari, Ahir, Sindhi, Banni, Mutwa, Ari and Soof - and some styles include mirror or bead inlay.

Festivities at Great Rann of Kutch

“ Experience Kutchi, Gujarati Style Utsav Under White Rann “

Rann Utsav is an awesome festival of Kutch, Gujarat, India. It is a Carnival of Music, Dance, nature beauty of White Rann and much more than that when visit under the full Moon. Kutch Rann Utsav is the shimmering landscape that gives the enchanting moments of this Fest, which feels like as Heaven On Earth during Festival Time. In fact, it’s a Family holiday destination to explore fun moments and store in cameras for lifetime. Rann utsav official dates announced, it will be from 1st November 2016 to 20th February 2017.

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