The state can be classified into three regions, based on geography:
- Saurashtra Peninsula
- Rann of Kutch
- Fertile Plains
The Saurashtra Peninsula
The Saurashtra Peninsula, which is a rocky region interspersed with low lying mountains.The peninsula is sometimes referred to as Kathiawar after the KathiDarbar who once ruled part of the region. Sorath forms the southern portion of the peninsula.
Rann of Kutch
Kutch, located in the north east of Gujarat, is a barren region with rough, rocky terrain. It is where the Rann (desert) lies. The Rann has two parts: the big Rann to the north, and little Rann to the east.
Fertile Plains
Mainland, which is a fertile plain composed of alluvial soil. The Mainland lies between the Rann of Kutch and the Damanganga river. Narmada, Tapti, Mahi, Sabarmati are the major river which drains these plains. Due to these rivers the soil is very fertile. The topography of this region is very homogenous. These plains provide a good ground to grow diverse crops with irrigation availability through out the year.