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Daman boasts a range of holy places and the Cathedral of Bon Jesus ranks right at the top of the impressive list. The cathedral, which was a parish church in ...
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Daman boasts a range of holy places and the Cathedral of Bon Jesus ranks right at the top of the impressive list. The cathedral, which was a parish church in the beginning, was constructed in 1603 AD and one can't help but marvel at the expertise and passion that the Portuguese architects have poured into it.
The church construction is keeping in taste the Portuguese art of fine details. Thus the carved doorway as well as the interiors and lofty ceiling are a pleasure for sore eyes. There are six statues as per the Roman Catholic tradition and rosewood carvings all around the church are magnificent.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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If history of Daman spans back 2 millenniums then the history of Chakratirth would make one dizzy. This beach which can also be seen an attachment of the town is ...
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If history of Daman spans back 2 millenniums then the history of Chakratirth would make one dizzy. This beach which can also be seen an attachment of the town is beautiful located right at the centre of Diu.
The beach takes its name from the ancient scripts that discern the story of the demolition of the demon Jallander by Lord Vishnu. Lord who carried his Sudarshan Chakra (disc with star-like points) is dais to have unleashed his chakra on the demon who had turned out to be uglier than he was by virtue of extracting boons from various gods. The Sudarshan Chakra was left at the beach after the job was completed and thus the beach came to be known as Chakratirth beach.
The adjoining hill and the serene atmosphere at the place is further enhanced by some creative and innovative illumination.
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Out of the many religious wonder that are scattered across Diu and Daman “The Church of our Lady� comes forth as another wonder of Portuguese innovativeness and creativity. The church ...
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Out of the many religious wonder that are scattered across Diu and Daman “The Church of our Lady� comes forth as another wonder of Portuguese innovativeness and creativity.
The church located at the overgrown square has one of the most ancient Portuguese tombstones that have been rested into a damp floor. Gold Painted wood has been marvelously carved to form an amazing display of Altar creation. A series of wooden panels depict through paintings the scenes of Jesus and his apostles.
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Miscellaneous
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It happens so often that you visit a tourist spot spend half the time gathering exact information regarding the place and then run around to reach those places, stand in ...
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It happens so often that you visit a tourist spot spend half the time gathering exact information regarding the place and then run around to reach those places, stand in queue etc. However, if you ever visit the Damanganga Tourist Complex you will praise the person who conceptualized and created such an amazing assortment of facilities.
This is one of the most well conceived Integrated projects in the country and is studded with a Cafeteria, Health Club, Amphi Theatre, Cottages, Conference Hall, many Giant Water Falls, Water sports, Island Gardens, Fountains and much more. All these facilities are available at one spot under one roof (well, not exactly one roof, but close by. You get the idea!).
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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The best part about almost all the beaches of Daman is that they are picturesque and largely unspoiled. The vast streches of white sand on the Devka beach located about ...
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The best part about almost all the beaches of Daman is that they are picturesque and largely unspoiled. The vast streches of white sand on the Devka beach located about 3 km from Nani Daman are a testimonial to the multifold increase in tourist activities in these areas.
The beach with clean water and well maintained shores also boasts of an Amusement Park which has been specially conceived and designed for beautiful landscaped walkways, huge and artistically placed fountains and a special play area for children where an assortment of play activities are available for the young brats.
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Historical
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The Diu Fort is an spacious and commanding edifice, located on right at the shorelines. Constructed during 1535-1541 AD the fort stands testimony to the strategic alliance for defence concluded ...
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The Diu Fort is an spacious and commanding edifice, located on right at the shorelines. Constructed during 1535-1541 AD the fort stands testimony to the strategic alliance for defence concluded between the Portuguese and the Sultan of Gujarat. The fort being right at the shoreline provides a magnificent view of the seashore and the sea.
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Presently housing the Diu Jail and a massive Light House the fort is embraced from the tri directions by the sea and is connected through a canal from the fourth side. The canons melted and created in the Portuguese armory still stand tall and even keep a look out through the firing holes created for them on the Fort wall.
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Art & Museum
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The Diu Museum has a very interesting story to tell regarding itself. The setting up of the Museum was in limbo view lack of availability of any dedicated space for ...
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The Diu Museum has a very interesting story to tell regarding itself. The setting up of the Museum was in limbo view lack of availability of any dedicated space for the museum. The buildings in Diu were not considered fit enough to house these masterpieces (mostly antique and Stone inscriptions) it was decided to convert the old St. Thomas Church into a museum.
The museum proudly displays idols, wooden carvings, shadow clocks, statues and various other artifacts acquired from numerous sources. The museum also plays host to a wide collection of Catholic statues. Stone remnants of a Jain temple (originally located at the site) also adore the museum.
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Religious
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One of the wonders of history is always the downfall of great empires and institutions. The Dominican Monastery which once served as the headquarters of theological studies and attracted catholic ...
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One of the wonders of history is always the downfall of great empires and institutions. The Dominican Monastery which once served as the headquarters of theological studies and attracted catholic scholars round the globe just declined without any logical reason.
The present day Daman Dominican Monastery represents these ruins.
However, the remains quite effectively relay the stories of its glorious past.
2nd February is the day when Catholics assemble gate to sing a litany.
The mass held in honour of St. Dominic on third Sunday of every December is a moment to attend and remember.
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Religious
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The village of Fudam, located approximately 3 km from Diu, houses the beautiful Gangeshwar temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and the shore is home to five Shivlingas ...
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The village of Fudam, located approximately 3 km from Diu, houses the beautiful Gangeshwar temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and the shore is home to five Shivlingas (stone carved sculptures depicting the reproductive organ of Lord Shiva) believed to carved out and established by the 5 Pandavas during their period of exile from the Kingdom. These Lingas are located amidst the seashore rocks and are continuously washed by the ever jubilant waves.
The temple is clean, the atmosphere is serene and the ambience is that of a Ocean theatre with waves washing the shores relentlessly.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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Ghogla beach is one of those beaches which were relegated to the background just because there were many other beaches available in the vicinity. However, credit goes to the organizers ...
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Ghogla beach is one of those beaches which were relegated to the background just because there were many other beaches available in the vicinity. However, credit goes to the organizers for creating such marvelous facilities at the beach that now it is counted as one of the most frequently visited beaches of Diu district. The facilities like Parasailing, Water scooters and other adventure water sports attracts many tourists everyday towards the beach. Combine these facilities with blessings of mother nature and you have a beach that is without doubt one of the beast beaches in the Diu district.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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The main city of Diu has been liberally consecrated with a vast seashore, ample sunshine and extremely pleasant and comfortable weather throughout the year. This translates into an assortment of ...
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The main city of Diu has been liberally consecrated with a vast seashore, ample sunshine and extremely pleasant and comfortable weather throughout the year. This translates into an assortment of sea beaches and fun. Gomatimala beach located 25 km from the city of Diu has a vast stretch of white talcum sandy beach and affords an opportunity of a lifetime to relax and laze in the sun and sand.
The peaceful atmosphere at the beach, cool sea breeze and the gentle swaying of the coconut trees is capable of relaxing and putting to sleep the most strenuous minds.
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Historical
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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The beach named after the Demon Jalandhar is without any doubt one of the most beautiful, and unflustered. The water is calm and clear and without any undercurrents. It is ...
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The beach named after the Demon Jalandhar is without any doubt one of the most beautiful, and unflustered. The water is calm and clear and without any undercurrents. It is bereft of the usual hustle bustle associated with any sunshine beach.
A small memorial is located at one of the hills close to the beach containing a stone face of the demon Jalandhar. Legend has it that the head was severed by the Sudarshan Chakra of Lord Vishnu.
A temple dedicated to Goddess Chandrika is also located in the vicinity. The beauty of the beach has been further enhanced by developing the area through beautification and Illumination.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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This beach located right at the end of the Diu & Daman Sea beaches has been developed by Casurina plantation. The shades of Casurina grooves is an ideal spot for ...
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This beach located right at the end of the Diu & Daman Sea beaches has been developed by Casurina plantation. The shades of Casurina grooves is an ideal spot for picnic. The factor that adds zing to the spot is availability of a vast sea beach during low tide. The water recedes to along distance and it is a pleasant time p[ass as well as hobby to collect sea mementoes and go for a long walk on the beach in a perpendicular direction directly into the sea. The waters are calm and peaceful on the surface as well as below it and the beach is considered safe for swimming and frolicking activities as the slope is gradual.
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Historical
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One view that stands clear and is almost permanently etched on the memory screens of almost all tourists to Diu & Daman is the towering presence of the Light House ...
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One view that stands clear and is almost permanently etched on the memory screens of almost all tourists to Diu & Daman is the towering presence of the Light House and the magnificent view it provides if one is standing during sunset at the Daman Ganga River Bridge.
Though the monument provides a reminder of the erstwhile rulers, it is still revered as a major landmark of the city. The Light house is located within the Fort, and was constructed with a view to provide a ready guidance and bearing fix to all inbound and outbound sea traffic.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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The seashore is always bustling with the wave movement and this invariably leads to formation of beaches with unique shapes. Nagoa beach which is around 5 km from the town ...
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The seashore is always bustling with the wave movement and this invariably leads to formation of beaches with unique shapes. Nagoa beach which is around 5 km from the town is one of such marvels, where the shore is horse shoe shaped. Thus one can see the moth of the horse shoe permitting the sea water inside the shoe.
The beach is exquisitely beautiful and is surrounded by dense coconut groves The beach takes its name from the Nagoa hamlet, a satellite of Bucharwada village. The full stretch of the beach approx. 2.5 km is clean and well maintained and minimal rocks and undercurrents makes the beach safe for swimming.
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Historical
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If you ever wondered whether there existed any structure that could match the power and grandeur of the sea then a visit to the Fortress of Panikota is good enough ...
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If you ever wondered whether there existed any structure that could match the power and grandeur of the sea then a visit to the Fortress of Panikota is good enough to convince you the truth. This fort can be approached only by riding a boat. This superb structure of stone stands tall right in the sea opening of the creek.
Though the fort stands away from the main land almost a Nautical mile, it still commands regular visitors and houses a light house and a Chapel of the “Our Lady of the Sea�. The fortress looks enchantingly inviting from the Diu jetty and is a must visit.
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Gardens
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If natural beauty has always enchanted the humans then he has not spared any efforts in competing with nature as far creating beauty and nature spots and landscaping. The Satya ...
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If natural beauty has always enchanted the humans then he has not spared any efforts in competing with nature as far creating beauty and nature spots and landscaping. The Satya Sagar Udyan comes across as the fruits of efforts put in by a nature lover in trying to recreate the nature. The Udyan or Garden has colourful fountains and various shrub skirted promenades. The view and the effect of greenery is enchanting. The overall atmosphere is electric with various fountains and greenery beckoning the young and old alike.
The Satya Narayan Mandir is also located in the vicinity and is a must visit for the cleanliness that is maintained at the temple as well as the Garden.
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Nani Daman has some interesting sites like Fort of St. Jerome or Nani Daman Fort. The most conspicuous part of the fort is the giant gateway facing the river with ...
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Nani Daman has some interesting sites like Fort of St. Jerome or Nani Daman Fort. The most conspicuous part of the fort is the giant gateway facing the river with a large statue of St. Jerome who was one of the most eminent father of the Catholic Church.
The principal building inside the fort is the imposing church of Our Lady of the Sea. This Catholic Church is one of the ancient seats of office and has a fine altar with superb paneling. The fortifications and parapets provide a mesmerizing view of the fish market below and the armada of fishing boats neatly anchored alongside.
The Jain Temple towards north has its inside walls covered with glassed-over 18th century murals that depict the life of the founder of Jainism, Mahavira.
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Religious
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This is one of those monuments that can easily leave a lingering feeling in your mind for years after visiting it due to sheer difference in the visible structure. It ...
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This is one of those monuments that can easily leave a lingering feeling in your mind for years after visiting it due to sheer difference in the visible structure. It doesn’t matter if you belong to a different faith the St. Paul’s Church dedicated to “Our Lady of Immaculate Conception� is visibly the most intricate and ornate churches in the country.
The St. Paul's church construction was completed in the 17th century. A curious thing about the St. Paul's church is the frontage which has been decorated with intriguingly indulgenced volutes and ornamentation strikingly similar to shells.
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