Heritage City
Dhordo
Gateway to the White Desert
Explore
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Ideal For: Families, Photographers, Couples
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Best Time: Nov to Feb (Rann Utsav)
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Permit: MANDATORY (Apply Online)
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Distance: 81km from Bhuj
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Key Event: Full Moon Nights
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Stay: Tents (Dhordo) or Mud Bhungas (Hodka)
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Note: Closed/Flooded in Monsoon
Overview
Dhordo is the gateway to the world-famous White Rann of Kutch—a vast salt marsh that transforms into a shimmering surreal landscape under the moonlight. Once a quiet hamlet, it is now the epicenter of the Rann Utsav (Nov-Feb), hosting the magnificent Tent City. Whether you want to witness a sunrise where the salt meets the sky or experience Kutchi culture at its vibrant best, Dhordo is the place to be. It serves as both a destination and a base for exploring the northern desert region.
Gallery
Glimpses of the royal city
White Rann Salt Desert
Rann Utsav Tent City
Sunset over the White Rann
Full Moon Night at Dhordo
Cultural Performance
Camel Safari in the Desert