There is a saying about Kutch which goes like “Kutch nahi dekha to kuch nahi dekha”. Kutch, in Gujarat, is one of the most preferred tourist destinations along with being a significant historical place.
The major attraction of this lovely city is the Maha Rann Utsav which is organized by Gujarat tourism every year in Dhordo village in Kutch. The grand festival runs for one and a half month and during this time, the city of Kutch becomes extremely colorful and adds a new charm to the white desert in Dhordo.
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Enjoy the Grand Occasion & Get Soaked in Its Charismatic Charm |
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The tent city at Dhordo: Imagine yourself enjoying the magnificent parade of the various tribes and cultures of India |
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The salt desert of Kutch is the backdrop for the colourful affair of the celebrations! |
Where: Bhuj, then continues around the whole district, finally ending with a grand finale again at the beginning destination.
When: It starts from the Full moon night in the month of December.
Interesting Facts
Rann Utsav offers the visitors a unique manifestation of diverse cultural ethos of Gujarat. The festival is popular for its celebrative zeal and ethnic touch. The festival presents a special opportunity to the tourists to view the creativity of the craftsmen, diverse range of folk dance and music, intermingling depiction of communities and culture and an immense range of ecology.
History
The festival of Rann Utsav was designed by the tourism authorities of Gujarat. They planned to increase the foreign tourism in the state and also to present the pulsating Gujarat to all the people around the world. Various events are organized in Kutch, every year, during the Rann Utsav, to put on display the vibrant and rich cultural aspects of Kutch, which is one of the oldest and popular towns in the country.
Rann Utsav 2013
Rann Utsav 2013 to be held on: 15th December 2013- 31st January 2014
Tourists from all over the world gather, during this festival, to glance at the naturally stunning surroundings of Kutch. The month of December is approaching and the excitement has already reached to the top regarding the Kutch Rann Utsav. This year’s Rann Utsav 2013 promises to be bigger, better, grander and larger than ever seen before!
Kutch Rann Utsav 2014 is offering a lot of events to the viewers. Firstly, this year, the inauguration will be done by Shri Narendra Modi. Creativity of craftsmen; Folk Musical and Dance Carnival in moonlight; Cultural shows in White Salt Desert; Air conditioned and non-air-conditioned tents; Kutch Rann Utsav 2014 will be one of the most delightful experience.
Kutch Rann Utsav 2013 is an opportunity for all to visit Kutch and witness the exotic flavors of the region. Book your tour to Kutch with Indian Holiday Pvt. Ltd. now, to experience the extravaganza of such high magnitude!
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Kutch Rann Utsav 2014 is offering a lot of events to the viewers. Firstly, this year, the inauguration will be done by Shri Narendra Modi. Creativity of craftsmen; Folk Musical and Dance Carnival in moonlight; Cultural shows in White Salt Desert; Air conditioned and non-air-conditioned tents; Kutch Rann Utsav 2014 will be one of the most delightful experience.
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Rann Mahotsav in Kutch, Gujarat |
Book your tickets today. Do not miss the golden opportunity to explore the vivid colors of the culture of Gujarat. Interesred in Trip to Rann of Kutch...Click here to see our package.
Contributed By Karan Saxena