India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
While most tourists in Kutch are busy exploring the white salt desert, Mandvi Beach on the Arabian Sea is an offbeat coastal escape. Quiet, clean, and charming, it offers camel rides, water sports, and the chance to see wooden ships being hand-built at the Mandvi Shipbuilding Yard.
The Vijay Vilas Palace, a royal summer retreat near the beach, adds a heritage touch to this hidden seaside getaway.