On Thursday, October 19, the Ministry of Tourism of India announced through a Twitter post that Dhordo village of Gujarat has been selected as the Best Tourism Village by the World Tourism Organization of the United Nations. Village) has been honoured with the award. Given this information, the Ministry of Tourism has said that this honour to Dhordo village reflects its exemplary contribution, so let us know some special things related to this village.
About Dhordo village
Here are some more pictures from #AmazingDhordo. Do have a look. pic.twitter.com/9998XY1uBy
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 20, 2023
Dhordo village is located in the Kutch district of Gujarat. This village is situated in the Rann of Kutch, which is one of the most beautiful natural places in India. Let us tell you that this is a salt marsh in the Thar Desert, which millions of people come to see every year. This village looks beautiful during the day but at night the view here looks even more charming in the moonlight. Dhordo village attracts lakhs of tourists every year with its beauty. Annual Ran Utsav is also organized in this village every year.
What is Dhordo annual battle festival?
Thrilled to see Dhordo in Kutch being celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. This honour not only showcases the potential of Indian tourism but also the dedication of the people of Kutch in particular.
May Dhordo continue to shine and attract… https://t.co/cWedaTk8LG pic.twitter.com/hfJQrVPg1x
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 20, 2023
Dhordo village is famous for its annual RannUtsav. It is a cultural festival showcasing the traditional art, music, dance and crafts of the region. Tourists come every year to see this annual festival and its beauty. During this annual festival, tourists enjoy cultural performances, folk dance and music, camel rides, traditional handicrafts and delicious traditional and local cuisine. Every year the Dhordo annual Ranotsav starts around the last week of October and continues till the third week of February. Although the normal RannUtsav lasts only for three days, the RannUtsav organized in Dhordo lasts for more than 100 days.
PM Modi developed the area as a tourist destination
Only a few years ago, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi decided to develop Dhordo as a tourist destination. Identifying this White Rann of Kutch as a tourist attraction, PM Modi started RannUtsav in Dhordo village by setting up a tent city here in winter. Initially, to promote RannUtsav, PM Modi himself used to participate in this RannUtsav in Dhordo village, the photo of which he has also shared on Twitter.
Image Credit: Twitter
