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The Kutch Peninsula with its distinctive character, colorful people, ancient towns, handicrafts make for a worth visiting tourist destination. Organized by the Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited and held in the months of February an extensive tour of this enchanting place is called the Mahotsava, or the Kutch Utsav. The last day of the Utsav generally coincides with the auspicious day of Shivaratri. The campsite is at Bhuj.
With a heterogeneous population consisting of 18 tribes, speaking different languages and imbibing different cultures, the Kutch peninsula with its rich diversity and the desert festival makes for a welcome change for the urban people.
Features:
The itinerary consists of a guided tour of the notable destinations consisting of temples, exotic beaches and historical monuments.
The Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited also makes provision for catering services. The tour accounts for travel, cultural exposure and entertainment through cultural programs.
The Utsav acquaints people with the local handicrafts, palaces and forts of Gujarat for generating a love for the tradition and heritage of the place and at the same time propagating it as a tourist hub.
Make shift shops selling jewellery and traditional Gujarati embroidery works are put up. People are entertained with the host of Langa desert music, Bhajans and Kirtans performed by professionals in this field.
When to Visit
The best season to enjoy the Kutch Utsav is the winter season, the ideal month being February.
How to Reach
Easy connectivity throughout the state of Gujarat helps in enjoying the desert utsav at Bhuj. You can reach the destination:
By Air: Flights operate from Mumbai and Ahmedabad to Bhuj.
By Rail: Located 1 km north of the city is Bhuj. Trains passing through Bhuj are few so one may take a train either from Palanpur or Gandhidham.
By Road: State Roadway buses as well as private buses are also available. Bus services are available for Ahmedabad, Gujarat and Rajasthan. Regular Bus services to villages around Bhuj are also available.
Shared Taxis can be availed to visit Gandhidham and neighboring areas around Bhuj.
Tour to India takes you on a virtual tour of Fairs and Festivals in India. Tour to India also gives detailed information and online bookings for tours to Fairs and Festivals in Gujarat and the Kutch Utsav is one such festival in Gujarat. To book the tour or for more information please fill up the given form below.
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