Kutchh - Cradle of Craftsmanship

According to chronicles of Kutchh Gurjar Kshatriyas, the name Kutchh Gurjar Kshatriyas was adopted by their ancestors to

bond their identity that they are Kshatriyas, who migrated to Gurjar region [Gujrat as of now was known as Gurjar Pradesh in

those times] and finally made Kutchh their home. The foreign travelers who visited the region had mentioned in various

records about the name Kachchh. It was also mentioned in rock inscriptions, copper plate inscriptions, ancient writings

and  manuscripts. Kutch Desert Festival is celebrated in The Kutch region in Gujarat which boasts of a large number of

Palaces, Forts and bird rich marshes. Every year a large number of visitors participate in this unique festival. The festival

is very attractive with colorfully attired dancers, music concerts, Sindhi Bhajan performances, Langa Desert Music and shops

selling embroideries and jewelry. Experience the vibrant lifestyle of Kutch firsthand with   Indian Festival

  Tours .    Tourism activities here involve   desert safaris by jeep, camel rides, shopping

  for the unique   local handicrafts , and sighting the rare   wild ass   found in the   Little

  Rann of Kutchsanctuary . The people of   Kutch   comprise of nomadic, semi-nomadic and artisan tribes who

contribute to the rich folk art and culture of the region. The Kutch area is the home of the last remaining population of

khur in India. There is also a large bird population, particularly of the large flamingos. Both are protected in the 5,000 km

Little Rann Sanctuary, which is approached from Dhangadhra; one has to get permission to enter from the sanctuary

superintendent's office in Dhangadhra.

Places to see:

Kutchh has a vibrant culture, often called The Cradle of Craftsmanship. A profusion of palaces, forts, colorfulvillages,

enchanting townships, beaches, marshes rich in bird life, and breadthtaking Handicrafts make Kutchh the perfect tourist

attraction.

Lakhpat: Lakhpat probably, derives its name from the prosperous maritime trade which generated a daily income of

one Lakh Kori, an old curency of Kutch State. Another legend says that it was founded by Rao Lakha, so it is named Lakhpat.

Lakhpat is fortified town with high walls, several gates and bastions made out of hard stone.  

Kandla Port : This port is situated on Kandla stream. The first investigation of this stream was undertaken by

the British Royal India Navy in 1851 and a detailed survey done in 1922. This port is developed by Joint project of Maharao

Shree Khengarji-III and British Government in the 19th century.

Mandvi Port: The kings of Kutch called the commercial people for development of Mandvi. Mandvi Port is developed

by Maharao Shree Khengarji-I in 1580 A.D. According to Millburn, Mandvi is one of the great port of Kutch. There is a large

amount of ships in Mandvi. Mandvi Port has its individual history.

Gandhidham: The name of this place reveals the great Mahatma’s ashes which are immersed at Kandla Creek. This place

evoked into regular inhabitance during the separation and displacement of the people India. Kandla is the only free trade

region of the country and is situated 12 km to the southeast of Gandhidham.

How to reach:

Air: T he main town of Kutch has daily flights from Bombay, which take about 40 minutes to reach.

Bus: State transport and private buses available for Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, Jamnagar and Jodhpur.

Rail: The city is linked with broad gauge railway lines to cities like Ahmedabad, Surat, Gandhidham and Bhuj .

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