Surat

Fast facts -	One of the well known cities in Gujarat, Surat is a major commercial and industrial hub in the state. It is a port city.
Did you know -	Surat is known as the Diamond City of Gujarat. It is located on the banks of the river Tapi.
Must do -	Visit the points of interests in the city and get a feel of the cultural heritage and tradition of the place.
Must See -	Chintamani Jain Temple, Mini Eiffel Tower, Rangupavan, Vansada National Park

Surat One of the well known cities in Gujarat, Surat is a major commercial and industrial hub in the state. It is also a popular tourist destination and a port city. It is the second largest city in the state and the ninth largest in the country. The city is located at the banks of the river Tapi and is the administrative headquarters of the Surat district. Surat is also known as the Diamond City of Gujarat.

Like most parts of Gujarat, the climate of Surat in Gujarat is mostly semi tropical. Dry weather prevails almost all over the year. The summer months are hot and humid while the winter months are pleasant and dry. The best time to travel to Surat is between the months of October and March when the weather is pleasant with scanty rainfall.

Surat, Gujarat is a popular tourist destination. It is known for its rich culture and tradition. It is home to plenty of historical, religious and cultural sites. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Surat are:

Chintamani Jain Temple
Dutch Garden
Mini Eiffel Tower
Sardar Patel Museum
Old Fort
Rangupavan
Vansada National Park
Water Fun Park

There are plenty of hotels in Surat where one can enjoy a host of comfortable amenities matched with warm hospitality at affordable rates. There are luxury and 5 star hotels, middle range hotels as well as economy and budget hotels in Pune.

Surat is a major transport point and is well connected with various parts of the country. The city is served as a domestic airport which operates plenty of flights to and from various parts of the country. The city is also linked with a well developed rail and road network.