The Daman beaches act as the major draws for the tourists visiting Daman. When you have had enough of the sea, sand and surf, you can pay visits to the imposing forts and quaint churches that are modeled on the Gothic style. Even when you have toured all the places that Daman can take pride in, you will feel that Daman has still something more to offer. It is at this point that you can plan exhilarating excursions from Daman. When it comes to excursions around Daman, Surat is the first name that pops to the mind.
Situated on the western coast of India, Surat’s main claim to fame is its association with Mahatma Gandhi and its reputation as a flourishing textile and diamond industry.
Surat boasts of a number of popular places of tourist interest and you Daman excursions allow you the opportunity to visit those places. Dandi is the place that has been glorified by the presence of Gandhi and was the site of the famous Salt Satyagraha. You would also love to visit the Gopipura Village that was founded by the mythical Brahmin Gopi. The village incorporates a number of highly revered Jain temples. The Old fort is an impregnable fort whose construction was commissioned by Mohammad Bin Tughlak. This fort is a must-visit on your excursions around Surat.
Vapi is another popular destination that one gets to visit during ones excursions from Daman. Vapi is a small, industrial town, not far from Mumbai. It is the chief railhead from where one can gain easy access to Daman and Diu.
