A Trip to Diu | The Union Territory of India

A trip to Diu | The Union Territory of India: Islands are always amazing to visit when they have some places to see other than the beautiful beaches. Diu is one such island. Located in eastern India, the 40km square island is connected through a bridge to the state of Gujarat. Apart from having wonderful beaches such as the Nagoa and Jallandar beach which is obviously a great tourist attraction, this place is full of other places to explore. So if you are planning a trip to the island, there are some places you need to know about before you land there. Let’s fly through them:

Diu Fort

Coming down to Diu, you won’t want to miss the spectacular fort of Diu. The Fort or castle (whatever you want to call it) is made by the Portuguese during the colonial rule, although now it is administered by the Indian government. The fort has a lot of cannons which used to play an important role in taking care of the safety and security of the fort. It has a lighthouse that one can climb and they will reach the highest point on the island which gives an amazing view of cannonballs littering the fort.

Naida Caves

After taking a beautiful experience of the Diu fort, we are sure you must be excited to see more of the Diu. Well, you have the Naida caves lined up for you. Located just on the periphery of the fort, this place has huge tunnels with hewn steps to offer, which will surely amaze you to a different level.

Sunset Point

After getting so much to learn about the amazing fort and the caves, we know what you must be wondering! A peaceful place where you and your partner can enjoy the beauty of nature i.e. the sunset. Located close to the town, is the sunset point. Near the Chakratirth beach, the beautiful hillock is situated. Just relax and enjoy the beautiful sunset.

INS Khukri Memorial

We all salute the brave men who fought for our beloved country, if you love India too, then you have a chance to pay homage to the ship and soldiers who sank during the India-Pakistan war back in 1971. We bet you will enjoy the beautiful memorial and feel better after visiting.

Zampa Gateway

The beautiful carvings on the walls of angles, loins, and priests make this place a great attraction for the tourists all around the world. It also has an artificial waterfall that enhances its beauty as a place. Do visit this place when you come to Diu.

Diu Museum

The best way to get information about a place is by visiting its museum. The Diu museum awaits you as it has a lot to offer about the history of the place. This famous tourist place is located in St. Thomas Church which was built in 1598 but later it was converted into a museum. You will be able to explore a whole lot about the Diu after your visit.

Hoka Trees

If you are looking for these trees in India, the only place you will be able to find them is Diu and if you are already in Diu, you have the chance to witness these trees. We know you cannot afford to miss out on this beautiful creation of nature.
All these places make Diu one of the most attractive tourist destinations in India. Moreover, the quality of beaches is excellent where you can enjoy your time. From History to beaches, Diu is the ideal place to spend a long vacation. So what are you waiting for? Just pack your bags and book your tickets. You are about to get amazed.

How to Reach Diu:

You can easily get regular flights to Diu from other major cities of the country. And if you wish to go by train then the nearest railway station is Somnath. And you can also reach here by road, Diu is well connected from all the major cities.

Where to Stay in Diu:

You can find various types of hotels in Diu. You can book your hotels prior to your trip to avoid any hassles.

Diu Food:

Diu food is largely influenced by Gujarati cuisine. To know more about Diu food go to Cuisine of Diu