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  • Timings : 24:00 Hours
  • Entry Fee : Rs 100/- for Adults & Rs 50/- for Kids
  • Distance from near by city 83.5 KMs From Bhuj
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)3 - 4 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
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The Kutch Desert Festival is also popular as Rann Utsav. It is one of the most popular events in Gujarat, India. It celebrated the natural beauty of the state as well as its culture and tradition. A must-see event at the Rann of Kutch tour package.

Initially the festival was for 3 days later it came up to a 100 day celebration at Dhordo village in Kutch. The idea of the Rann Utsav came from the Prime minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi. During the festival, Kutch gets tourists from many countries. 

Tourists also get the option to stay at the Tent with the option of standard and luxury tents. During the festival Kutch gets legs of visitors on a daily basis and enjoys the event and Kutch attractions. Not only the festival provides tours of Kutch and traditions of Gujarat but it also offers many adventure activities.

What is the famous festival in Kutch?

Run Utsav is one of the most popular festivals in Kutch. The festival happens for 3 months. At the festival all the local Artist performers and musicians come to perform and show their state's culture and tradition. 

During the full moon in the winter season the white sand of the desert looks more beautiful and attractive. The festival also promotes the natural beauty of the state as well as the places to visit in Rann of Kutch.

Which month is the Rann of Kutch festival?

The Kutch Desert Festival happens every year between November to February for 3 months during winters. It offers many cultural and traditional activities for the tourists to enjoy.

Why is the Rann Utsav celebrated?

The main reason to celebrate the festival is to represent the culture and tradition of the state. It also celebrates the ecology of the Kutch district In Gujarat. The celebration takes place during winter at the white desert. Apart from the cultural dance and music, tourists can also take part in adventure activities and Tours.

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11 places to visit & things to do in Rann of Kutch

Banni Grasslands Reserve
Chhari Dhand Bird Sanctuary
Dholavira
Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary
Kalo Dungar
Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary
Lakhpat
Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary
Shree Ashapura Mata Temple Mata No Madh
Shree Koteshwar Mahadev Mandir
Siyot Caves