'I can feel the silence': This ‘road to heaven’ has left Anand Mahindra reflecting on life’s important journeys. Where is it located and how to reach the place?

Some roads don’t just take you from one place to another; they quietly shift something within you. A stretch of highway cutting through endless white nothingness has recently captured attention online, not just for its beauty but for the feeling it evokes. When business leader Anand Mahindra came across it, the image stayed with him, sparking a reflection that goes far beyond travel and into something far more personal.

Anand Mahindra took to X and shared his thoughts on what is popularly called the ‘road to heaven’, describing how the sight of its distant horizon alone conveyed a sense of stillness. He noted that even without having visited the place, the image carried a silence powerful enough to be felt. For him, it became a reminder that while life is often surrounded by people who support and celebrate us, the most meaningful journeys are the ones that happen internally. His reflection turned a scenic route into a metaphor for self-discovery, suggesting that everyone, at some point, must find their own path.

Where is the Road Through Heaven located?

The place that prompted this reflection is known as the “Road Through Heaven” in Kutch, Gujarat. According to Gujarat Tourism, this route leads to Dholavira, one of the most prominent cities of the Indus Valley Civilisation. What makes the journey extraordinary is not just the destination, but the landscape it cuts through. The road stretches across the vast expanse of the Great Rann of Kutch, a surreal mix of salt flats and semi-arid desert that appears almost otherworldly.



Spanning roughly 30 kilometres between Khavda and Dholavira, this route has increasingly gained attention among travellers, especially motorbike enthusiasts who often describe it as a “heavenly experience.” The straight, uninterrupted road slicing through a white, endless horizon creates visuals that feel almost cinematic. Photographs from the stretch often go viral, capturing the illusion of a road disappearing into infinity.


Located near the iconic white desert, the route offers a rare kind of quiet. There are no crowded viewpoints or bustling markets here, just open land, shifting light, and a sense of scale that makes everything else feel smaller.
Visitors not only experience the natural beauty of the salt desert but also get a glimpse into Gujarat’s rich cultural heritage through performances, crafts, and cuisine.

How to visit?

For those planning to visit, the journey typically begins in Bhuj, the nearest major city in Kutch. From there, travellers can drive to Khavda, which serves as the starting point of this scenic stretch. The route then continues toward Dholavira, located on Khadir Bet island within the Rann. The roads are motorable and increasingly popular among road trip enthusiasts, though the remote terrain means planning ahead for fuel, supplies, and weather conditions is essential.