Famed as one of the largest salt deserts in the World, the Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat is oceans of mysterious sand. A visit to Kutch isn’t just a visit, it is an experience. This magical place hides a beautiful pearl in its bossom – Rann Utsav. The festival of Rann Utsav can be described as a canvas full of culture, profusion of art forms, and an overabundance of life. It is a Carnival of Music, Dance, nature beauty of White Rann and much more. There are over 400 tents of varying capacity and facilities, which alone is an experience of a lifetime.
What to Expect?
Hosting an array of exciting events and activities, the festivity of Rann Utsav goes on for 3 months. The fair pampers the travellers with plentiful experiences. While your taste buds relish the taste of authentic Gujarati food, your ears enjoy the sound of folk music, and your eyes soak the wonderful panoramas of the radiant desert.
Rann Utsav celebrates the coming together of various cultures; therefore, one can observe a beautiful blend of different customs at the festival. You can spot migrants of Kutch from places as far as Sindh and Afghanistan.
The entire desert is ornamented with beautiful tents, and those are not your usual tents. Step into the fairyland of mud huts.
Sunrise and Sunset
There is nothing more beautiful than enjoying a soothing sunrise and sunset at the white canvas of Rann of Kutch. Reflecting the best colours of nature, this vast stretch of barren land will make you fall in love with its beauty. Imagine the golden hues of the setting and rising sun touching the sand; the view is nothing less than art.
Spa
If you thought the Rann Utsav is all about folksy events and stalls, there are several tents dedicated to spa and massages for the guests. The tired souls can spend a relaxing time calming their nerves. Enjoy a massage session and let the magical skills of the masseur take over your mind, body and soul.
Cultural Fiesta
This is one event where folk artists from all corners of Gujarat participate. This is one of those perfect bonfire moments in the desert where you dance to the tunes of folk music. The ecstasy of being part of the fiesta is hard to put in words, and can only be experienced.