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Destination Diu :

Diu is a city in Diu district in the union territory of Daman and Diu, India. It is famous for being the location of the pivotal Battle of Diu in 1509 between Portugal and a combined force of Turkey, Egypt, Venice, the Republic of Ragusa (now known as Dubrovnik) and the then Sultan of Gujarat, Mahmud Begada. Daman is separated from Gujarat by the Kolak river in the north and the Kalai river in the south. On its west is the Arabian sea.

Tourist Attraction In Diu

Dominican Monastery
Devka Beach
Gandhi Park
Hilsa Aquarium
Jampore Beach
Kadaiya Lake Garden
Hilsa Aquarium
Light House
Moti Daman Fort
Nani Daman Fort
Pargola Garden
Bom Jesus

Access/Getting In Diu

By Air

Nearest airport is Mumbai (193 Km.) connected by Indian Airlines with major cities in India.

By Rail

Nearest railhead to visit Daman is Vapi (12 kms.) on the Mumbai- Ahmedabad line of western railways.

By Road

Vapi, on Mumbai-Ahmedabad NH No. 8, connects Daman by motorable road with Ahmedabad 367 Km.

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