Kachchh is fascinating land and no visit to Gujarat is complete without a sojourn to this peninsular district. Its remoteness has kept it a place apart from centuries. The people are very sturdy business minded and sea-faring. The second largest district in India and sparsely populated, Kachchh is a dry belt with Great Rann to the north and Little Rann to the east. The great and Little Rann of Kachchh are also the breeding ground of Flamingo, Pelican & Avocet and the home of the rare Indian wild Ass which is now a protected species. Kachchh produces exquisite handicrafts like embroidery, tie 'n' die fabrics, enamelled silverware and other handicrafts.

Anjal-Wild Ass Sanctuary

Kachchh is well known for its Wild Ass sanctuary. This Wild Ass is known as Khar Gaddha. It is a sturdy creature, which can gallop at the speed of 50 Kms. per hour. Related Article

GANDHIDHAM

It was specially built for displaced persons after partition. Kandla is a major port; the only free trade zone of the country is very close by.

Places of Interest

Bhadreshwar

It is a famous Jain pilgrimage centre. The architecture of the ancient Shiva temple is such that the presiding deity is visible from the ground floor as well as the first floor, with some beautiful sculpture chiselled on the outer walls. The tour will also cover stepwell, Sol Thambhi Mosque, Jagdu Shah Palace, Lal Shabhar Mosque, Chokunda Mahadev Temple - a visit that will expose you to many religious traditions of India, congregated in one region.

Kera

Kera finds a place on the tourist map mainly due to the 10th century Shiv temple. The town was destroyed in the earthquake of 1819. At the Muslim shrine of Gulam Ali Shah, Urs is held every year attracting devotees from all faiths. Ascetics walk on fire during this Urs, displaying their extraordinary powers.

Purneshwar

It is about 35 Kms from Bhuj. It is a 9th/10th century A.D. temple raised on a high plinth and has some fine sculpture on display.

How to get there

Air Nearest Airport is Bhuj and Kandla. Various domestic flights connecting Bombay.

Rail Nearest railway station is Gandhidham and Bhuj.

Road State transport buses and private luxury coaches connects various centres of Gujarat. Gandhidham is 60 Kms from Bhuj.