The villages of the Kutch region specialize in a different form of handicrafts. Some of the more important villages Niroona (Rogan Art and Bells), Hodko, …
Bhujodi Art and Crafts
Just 8 km southeast of Bhuj, Bhujodi is a major textile center of Kutch, with the vast majority of the 1200 inhabitants involved in textile …
Kutch Rann Utsav
Experience Kutch at its colorful and exotic best during the Rann Utsav this December from 1st. This annually organized festival offers an opportunity For visitors …
Bird Watching in Kutch
Kachchh birdlife is particularly rich in raptors, waterfowl, waders and larks. Specialties include the Grey Hypocolius (Kutch is the only known wintering site in India), …
Jeep Safari
Hotel JP has its own fleet of four wheel drive and open vehicles for safaris in the Little Rann of Kutch and surrounding areas. The …
Narayan Sarovar Temple
Narayan Sarovar, literally means “the Lake of Narayan (Lord Vishnu)”. This place has five sacred lakes, among one of which the temple complex is located. …
Bike Safari
Hotel JP can arrange guided Bike Safaris for the biking enthusiasts. These Bike Safaris can range from a leisurely ride in the countryside to hardcore …
Horse Safari
Hotel JP has several indigenous breeds of horses including prize winning Kathiawadi and Marwari mares. The main attraction of our horse safaris is the joy …
Travel Tips (Kutch)
Kutch is the largest district of Gujarat wherein as many as 18 varied tribes live harmoniously, inspite of their distinct language, culture and customs. This …
Mata no Madh
Further west of Kakkadbhit is a temple dedicated to the deity of Jadejas, the erstwhile rulers of Kutch. The original temple, which was demolished in …
Wildlife Sites: Chari-Dhandh Bird Sanctuary
The Chari-Dhand wetland conservation reserve is located on the edge of arid Banni grasslands and the marshy salt flats of the the Rann. Chari means …
Rann Of Kutch
The dessert like Rann Of Kutch occupies a big part of the region. Mostly marshy, the Rann runs into the horizon. During summer it is …
Kutch Museum
During Visit to Bhuj Town must see is the quaint Kutch Museum-the oldest in Gujarat. Regarded as one of the best, this museum has an …
Mandvi Beach
Mandvi is a small town located about 50 kms from Bhuj. Main attraction of Mandvi is obviously its pristine beach. It has powdery white sands …
Koteshwar Temple
This pilgrim spot of Kutch is located near Lakhpat town. The sanctum sanctorum houses a Shiva Linga. The place is closely linked with the great …
Prag Mahal Bhuj
This is a palace commissioned by King Pragmalji in the 1860s, designed by Colonel Henry Saint Wilkins in the Italian Gothic style and built in …
Aina Mahal Bhuj
The Aina Mahal palace, or “Hall of Mirrors” was built during the flamboyant rule of Lakhpatji in the middle of the 18th century. The palace …
Swaminarayan Temple Bhuj
Like most Swaminarayan temples, this one has the typical brightly colored woodcarvings around the building, mostly depicting Lord Krishna and Radha.
Vijay Vilas Palace
One of the key attractions in Mandvi is Vijay Vilas Palace that was the summer retreat of the Maharaos of Kutch. Crowned by elegant chhatris …
Archaeological Site – Dholavira
Located on the north-west corner of the Khadir Island, lies the ancient city of Dholavira. It was discovered from under mounds of earth in the …
Wild Life
Kutch Desert Wildlife Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest sanctuary of Gujarat. Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary occupies an area of 7505.22 square kilometers. The …
Camel Safari
Village safaris can be conducted by jeep, camelback or camel cart. These safaris take you to visit villages, pastoral and nomadic settlements, and the workplaces …
Bhadreshwar Jain Temple
There are a number of temples built by Jain followers in Kutch. The Bhadreshwar temple, one of the most ancient temples situated in Bhadrawati, considered …
