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The Road to Heaven is a picturesque highway in Kutch District, Gujarat, India, famed for its breathtaking 30-kilometer stretch through the Great Rann of Kutch, offering unparalleled views of India's largest salt plain. This road, part of the national highway from Ghaduli to Santalpur, has gained prominence for its scenic beauty and the unique driving experience it offers.[1][2]
| Road to Heaven | |
|---|---|
| Route information | |
| Length | 278 km (173 mi) |
| Existed | 2019 (Construction began)–present |
| Major junctions | |
| West end | Khavda |
| East end | Dholavira |
| Location | |
| Country | India |
| Highway system | |
History edit
Construction of the Road to Heaven began in 2019, aiming to enhance connectivity within the region and support tourism, especially to the Dholavira site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site as of 2021.[3]
Route edit
Stretching from Khavda to Dholavira, the road passes through the heart of the white desert, adjacent to the Rann of Kutch Lake, showcasing the area's natural splendor.[4]
Impact edit
The road has quickly become a bucket-list destination for travel enthusiasts, further popularized during the G20 Summit held in Gujarat.[5] It plays a crucial role in the local economy by boosting tourism, especially during the annual Rann Utsav festival.[6]
See also edit
References edit
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (2024-02-19). "Watch | 'Road to heaven' - India's newest scenic road". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Here's Why This Scenic Route In Rann Of Kutch Is Known As 'Road To Heaven'". News18. 2023-09-26. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ DeshGujarat (2023-12-30). "All you need to know about the 'Road to Heaven' in the Rann of Kutch". DeshGujarat. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Travel: The Rann of Kutch, Dholavira and the real road to heaven". Mintlounge. 2024-03-03. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ "Highways to health centres: When smaller cities dressed up for G20". The Indian Express. 2023-09-03. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ Rana, Priyamvada (2023-12-25). "Enter a winter wonderland at Rann Utsav 2023 in Dhordo, Gujarat". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
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