where the boundless sky is allured by the barren white land. The canvas of tents is transformed into a landscape. Kaleidoscopic scenes put you in awe and the beautiful tales take shape, is the city called Rann Utsav Tent City.
The festival of Kutch focuses on showcasing color of the region, providing a stage for the arts and crafts of the Gujarat state. In other words, it is the carnival of dance, music, and culture of the state. Spending the entire night on the startling white landscape under the glimmering trail of stars, this alone is the lifetime experience.
The ideal time to relish the beauty of white Rann:
Rann Utsav takes place in a beautiful Dhordo Village which has a lot to offer to the tourists. Authentic hand-crafted items, Traditional ornaments, Bandhni sarees and a lot more awe-inspiring items of art. During the festival, around 400 assorted tents are accumulated that differs in capacity and facilities.
The white Rann of Kutch is located at the Western edge of Gujarat where Ran Utsav is organized by Gujarat tourism when the moon is at its fullest. The vibrant colors on the white desert and cultural art make the festival so mesmerizing that it is actually suggested as the best time to visit the Rann of Kutch. This year Rann Utsav is scheduled from 23rd October 2019 to 23rd Feb 2020, which is just a perfect destination to spend Diwali holidays.
How to reach there?
Bhuj has an airport which is 86 km away from the Dhordo village. Bhuj is the nearest railhead. Road connectivity is not a big issue and the state-run buses are in good frequency.
Here are some tips which you should bear in mind:
- Book your accommodations (Hotel/tents/cottages) 45 days prior.
- There is a vast temperature difference between day and night, so fill your back-packs accordingly.
- The border is in proximity so Government pass is a must. But don’t worry; you can easily have these passes from the Bhirandirya check-post.
Amenities at Rann Utsav:
The AC and non-AC tents are equipped with every amenity one can ask for! Room heaters, warm water supply right in the middle of a desert, exhibition and shopping centre, beautifully handcrafted art, adventure activities, and even dining halls!
Checklist for Rann Utsav:
- Lose yourself into the melodious folk music and folk dance.
- See the boundless desert by camel ride.
- Aerial glimpses of the desert by hot air balloon.
- Don’t forget to check the incredible view of sun slowly sinking into the white rann.
- Explore the cultural art like Rogan art, Rabari embroidery, block-printing, mudwall paintings and distinctive mirror (Abhla) work.
- Know about Gujarati Handicrafts and shop the exceptional art pieces.
- Indulge yourself in the renowned Gujarati dishes like Fafda-Jalebi.
Run towards Rann:
Rann Utsav provides the opportunity to explore the heart of vibrant Gujarat. Amidst contrasting and awe-inspiring landscape, Rann of Kutch has a lot to offer. It is in every traveler’s bucket list and treasures every tourist with loads of memories.
Here is how to book your Diwali tour in three simple steps.
- rannutsavonline.com
- Select your package and convenient time.
- Fill in your details and mention the pickup spot.
Get your reservation summary and that’s it, you’re all set for your Diwali trip.