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Main attraction : Diu Island, also known as the Island of Calm or Ilha de Calma, is rich in
Portuguese history, with churches and forts.Its main attractions include:
Diu Fort: Built in 1535 and overlooking the Arabian Sea, the fort is a massive
structure with a double moat and a lighthouse, which is the highest point of Diu.
One can view cannons, small chapels and engraved tombstone fragments at the
fort. The island’s jail is also located here.
Fortress of Panikota: Reachable by canoe or motor launch, this is a stone structure
built in the sea with a lighthouse and a chapel.
Diu Museum, converted from St. Thomas Church, has antique carvings, statues and
other artefacts.
St. Paul’s Church, one of the most elaborate Portuguese churches in India, was
built in 1610 and has barn and shell-like motifs.
Beaches: Ghogla, Nagoa and Gomtimata are two of the popular beaches and offer
water sports facilities to tourists.
Naida Caves: Located outside of the town’s walls, the caves have a network of hewn
hollows and steps.
Other attractions include the Gangeshwar Temple, the Jallandhar Shrine, the Shell Museum
and Vanakbara (a small fishing village). The Diu Festival is celebrated every year in
December when craftsmen and performers showcase their culture and talent.
Connectivity: Diu Airport is the nearest to Diu and the nearest railway junction is Veraval,
which is 90 km from the town. The nearest railway station is Delwada, which is 8 km away
on a meter-gauge line. State and private buses are also available.
Accommodation: There are a wide variety of hotels in different ranges for tourists to
choose from. The options include budget, mid-range as well as luxury hotels and guest
houses. Hotels are mainly located in Diu town and near beaches.
Recommendations: In order to realize Diu’s full potential as a preferred tourist
destination, there are some areas that can be developed further. For example:
Better maintenance of beaches with an enhanced focus on cleanliness and
facilities such as restrooms
Maintenance of Diu Fort to ensure its preservation and restoration of damage
caused by erosion by the sea
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