By Air : Mumbai is the nearest domestic as well as international airport to Daman and Diu. It is located at a distance of 193 Km. All major airlines such as Jet Airways, Spice Jet, Air Deccan and Indigo have daily Flights to and from the financial capital of the country. Diu Airport is 5 km away from the town, north of Nagoa Beach.

By Road : Daman and Diu are also well connected to the other parts of India by an excellent road network. The National Highway number 8 is used to connect Daman by the motor able road with Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Mumbai etc.

By Train : Vapi railway station is the nearest located railway station to Daman is only 12 km away while the Dilwara railway station is closely located to Diu. Ahmedabad and Mumbai are the two railway station of the western railways which are placed very close to Daman.

 

Tucked away in India's western corner, Daman is drenched in Portuguese heritage and blessed with serene golden and black sand beaches. An idyllic natural retreat, nestled in the Gulf of Khambhat, the Union Territory has several quaint churches and ancient forts that exude an old-world charm and are fine specimens of the Portuguese style of architecture. Divided by the pristine Daman Ganga river into Moti Daman and Nani Daman that are both crowned with Portuguese riches, Daman is a quintessential tourist beach destination. Take a walk down the lanes of  history at the Modi Daman Fort or admire the awe-inspiring architecture of the churches or just relax at one of the beaches, there's much to do in Daman. A visit to this beautiful erstwhile Portuguese colony (16th century to 20th century) is sure to leave you rejuvenated.

 

Boat Ride In Mirasol Lake Garden: A favourite picnic spot, the Mirasol Lake Garden is a man-made marvel comprising a beautiful lake and two lush green islands connected by a bridge. Located a stone’s throw from Devka Beach, the garden offers opportunities of a boat ride that is a great way to enjoy bewitching sunsets at dusk. Tourists can also ride the cute toy train and explore the scenic surroundings. The garden is dotted with fountains that add to the charm. There are gaming consoles for kids and an automated bowling machine for cricket lovers as well. The garden is popularly known as the Daman Kadaiya Lake Garden and is among the must-visit spots in Daman.

Visit To Gandhi Park : Gandhi Park draws tourists for its picturesque surroundings and lovely open spaces. Located at the Daman Jetty, the Gandhi Park makes for an amazing picnic spot and must be included in your list of places to visit during your trip.

Walk On Jampore Beach : Surrounded by lush green groves of casuarina trees, this quaint beach surprises you with its serenity. From taking a long stroll on the beach or just feeling the cool breeze hit your face to enjoying a camel or horse ride and capturing beautiful sunsets your camera, a visit to the Jampore Beach is one of the most amazing and enriching experiences one can have in Daman. You can collect pretty shells and conch lying around the beach and take them home as memorabilia. The beach is a stone’s throw away from the Moti Daman Jetty.

 

Lighthouse

Nani Daman Fort

Moti Daman Fort

Dahanu

 



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