Hmm. so you have actually set your heart on checking out the Rann of Kutch this time. This time, as this exact time is in fact the time for the really famous Rann Utsav 2017-2018. Beginning November 1, 2017 the Rann Utsav will be extending till February 20, 2018.
Other than the really earthy appeal of the Rann Utsav, there is a lot to see around the Rann of Kutch that you ought to not miss out on. While I was preparing my check out to the Rann of Kutch in 2015, I discovered an acute dearth of dependable information and realities on planning the trip.
Hence, making it much easier for you, here, in this post that has everything that you have to know for visiting the Rann of Kutch.
The closest airport and railway station to reach the Rann of Kutch lie at Bhuj.
While you can schedule a stay in the fair premises or Bhuj, my choice is Devpur. At an hour's distance from Bhuj, Devpur is a common Gujarat town. Its highlight being the haveli like Devpur Home stay. One of the best home stays I've been to.
Take out a day to check out Mandvi (for its beach and the Vijaya Vilas Palace). Ask around and you'll discover a museum orgasm shop, where you have a bonanza of mini ships (constructed to scale), navigational compasses (directly from London!) and more such curios. Rather a treat it was. Other than that, you'll discover ship-building sites at Mandvi.
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While a lot of individuals guarantee a see to Kalo Dungar (or the Black Mountain), the acme in Kutch, I discovered it unlike what I expected. Perhaps, the only good thing that came out of it was the spectacular view of the Rann salt land, which looked like a sea sprawling across the desert! Not one of the must-visits around here. Still, if you want, you can visit it the same day when you check out the White Rann.
Ah now comes the highlight, visiting the extremely well-known White Rann, likewise called the Great Rann of Kutch. This is where the Rann Utsav occurs. The Rann Utsav came throughout as disappointing to me (or perhaps, I had terrific expectations out of it!). Here, you'll find around 30 stores, selling handicrafts, curios, bandhini sarees and more.
More than the Rann Utsav, you'll enjoy this visit for that the Great Rann is apparently world's biggest salt desert. While you set foot on the white land, feeling the salt crystals go crunch under your shoes, with absolutely nothing besides miles and miles of salt stretched all across. The feeling, in one world, is surreal. Stay around the salt land till sunset and you'll have among the most interesting sundowns of your life. This is quite workable from Devpur, therefore I would recommend you to refrain from remaining at one of the exorbitantly priced resorts at the Rann.
On your method to the Rann of Kutch from Devpur/Bhuj, do not forget to visit Village Nirona. Here is your possibility for a memorable experience to engage with the artisans who are the masters of Gujarati arts of lacquer work, copper bells, embroidery, leather work and more. Nearly every lane in Village Nirona has a workshop-cum-house where you can see the craftsmen’s working. A respectable location to buy mementos also. But yes, bargaining is the secret here. Though I purchased a lot of things from Nirona, I discovered people offering wares at almost 60% less rates somewhere else:
If you believe that a check out to the White Rann is all that there is to the area, here's some dope. Some must-dos are Lakhpat (a ghost town that deserves a visit for the Lakhpat Fort), Narayan Sarovar and Koteshwar Temple (two of the most spiritual Hindu trip websites) and Mata na Madh (another spiritual sites). While I couldn't go to these for the absence of time, do not skip visiting these to obtain the very best out of your Kutch journey.
Oops, now comes a blooper. That, if you wish to visit Dholavira, among the most treasured pointers of the Indus Valley Civilization. A fascinating place, Dholavira needs a night stay and the only facility is the government-run Toran Resort, an extremely dubious, terribly kept place, it made me avoid Dholavira:
You can also go to the Little Rann for a great experience. A significant bird-watching site, the Little Rann is likewise rather understood for the India Wild Ass Sanctuary. Devjibhai's Kooba's are your best option to remain at the Little Rann.
A special note to my immigrant friends-- remember to carry a Photostat copy of your passport as you would need it to get an entry to the Rann of Kutch. The police check post at the Great Rann keeps a tab on the travelers visiting the area, owing to its distance to the international border. Send a photostat copy of your passport's front page at the office. In case you forget that, there's a photostat shop in one of the towns, at around 10 minutes from the cops check post.
For the Indians, wishing to want the Great Rann, it's necessary to carry an Identity Card (Passport, Voters' ID card or a Driver's License). It'll be completely examined at the cops check post.
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