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Rann Utsav: Gujarat's spectacular desert festival
Come November 10, 2023, Gujarat’s Dhordo village (UNWTO Best Tourism Village 2023), will be abuzz with activities. This is the time to get ready for the annual Rann Utsav in Kutch, Gujarat. This vibrant festival is everything you need to kickstart your winter.The shimmering landscape of Kutch, with its white salt desert under the moonlight and more, will steal your heart. Rann Utsav is a celebration of cultural music, dance, traditions and natural beauty.
There are plenty of things to do during the festival, including camel cart excursion, paramotoring, yoga sessions, experiencing traditional Gujarati culture, and staying at luxury tents among many others.
After the monsoon season, the enormous salt marsh dries up and turns into this shimmering expanse of white salt flats. This landscape looks surreal on a moonlit night. This unreal destination is the perfect venue for the Rann Utsav.
The festival coincides with the pleasant season in Gujarat. Its timing ensures that visitors can enjoy the cool weather, while taking in the remarkable landscapes and immersing themselves in the rich cultural experiences. Speaking of cultural experiences, this festival brings you closer to the unique culture and traditions of the semi-nomadic tribes of Kutch. It’s always fun to learn about new cultures.
The festival also features an extensive display of exquisite handicrafts, including embroidered textiles, intricately designed jewelry, woodwork, and pottery, all handcrafted by the talented artisans of Kutch. Visitors can also participate in various workshops, where they can learn about local crafts, like embroidery and pottery, from skilled artisans.
You can also witness mesmerizing dance performances, featuring folk dances such as Gerba, Raas, Bhavai, and more. These performances are an integral part of Gujarat's culture and are performed in colorful attire, adding to the festive atmosphere. Where there is dance, there is music too. Local musicians play traditional instruments and sing folk songs, making the evenings come alive with the rhythms of Gujarat.
But the unofficial star of the festival is the camelback safari. Exploring the vast expanse of the Great Rann on camelback is a popular activity during the festival. This offers visitors a unique and enjoyable way to experience the desert.
The Rann Utsav is a great time to be out and about for those interested in stargazing. The clear, dark skies of the Great Rann make it an ideal location for stargazing.
But the unofficial star of the festival is the camelback safari. Exploring the vast expanse of the Great Rann on camelback is a popular activity during the festival. This offers visitors a unique and enjoyable way to experience the desert.
The Rann Utsav is a great time to be out and about for those interested in stargazing. The clear, dark skies of the Great Rann make it an ideal location for stargazing.
Source: Times of India
