Kutch, a captivating but challenging land, is located in the northwestern part of Gujarat. Surrounded by water, Kutch is like an island with the Arabian Sea to its west, the Gulf of Kutch to its south, and the Greater and Little Rann to the north and east. Its distinct tortoise-like shape hosts the expansive white salt desert in the Rann of Kutch, creating a pure and mesmerising landscape. Kutch is renowned for its incredible textiles and crafts in India. For nature and wildlife enthusiasts, there are various sanctuaries to visit, such as the Kutch Desert Sanctuary. You can also enjoy the sunsets over the stunningly beautiful beach in Mandvi. And visit the UNESCO heritage site of Dholavira. Kutch is among the top places to visit in October as this is when the colourful desert festival of Rann Utsav takes place. Here is an itinerary for a three-day visit to Kutch.