Kutch district, Administrative district in Gujarat, India.
Description
Kutch is an administrative district in Gujarat, India, stretching along the border with Pakistan and reaching the Arabian Sea. The region features dry plains, salt marshes, and coastal stretches that give way to broad horizons and sparse vegetation across much of the terrain.
History
Rao Khengarji I united the area in the 16th century into a princely state that remained autonomous for centuries. After Indian independence, the region became part of Gujarat state in 1956 and lost its status as a separate principality.
Culture
The district maintains textile traditions through its handicraft production, particularly in the creation of embroidered fabrics with specific patterns.
Practical
Most visitors arrive through Bhuj, which connects to major cities by train and long-distance bus. Local buses and taxis operate within the region, though distances between sites can be considerable and require some travel time.
Did you know?
The Rann shifts from a shallow water expanse during monsoon season to a vast white salt flat in the dry months. As the water evaporates, it leaves behind a hard crust of salt that stretches to the horizon.
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