DAMAN - DIU

Rich with the colonial heritage of Portuguese era and picturesque sea beaches, Daman and Diu are the ultimate destination for the tourists who crave for sun, sand and sea. The exquisite Portuguese architecture of the Bom Jesus Church or Our Lady of Sea Church is the added attraction of these bewitching islands.

Places to Visit in Daman & Diu

Nani Daman:-
has some interesting sites like Fort of St. Jerome or Nani Daman Fort. The most conspicuous part of the fort is the giant gateway facing the river with a large statue of St. Jerome who was one of the most eminent priest of the Catholic Church. The principal building inside the fort is the imposing church of Our Lady of the Sea. This Catholic Church is one of the ancient seats of office and has a fine altar with superb paneling. The ramparts are a good place from which to watch the fish market and small fishing fleet which anchors alongside. To the north is a Jain Temple whose inside walls are covered with glassed-over 18th century murals that depict the life of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism.

Moti Daman:-
is a pleasant place to wander around. The place has a sleepy atmosphere and there are fine views across the river to Nani Daman from the ramparts near the Light House. The massive Fort dates back to 1559 AD. On the Northern side within the confine of the Fort were located the palaces. The Secretariat and other official buildings are located here. There are a couple of churches here. The impressive Se Cathedral dates from the 17th century and is totally Iberian. The Church of Our Lady of the Rosary has ancient Portuguese tombstones. Its altar is a masterpiece of intricately carved gold-painted wood.


Church of Bom Jesus:-
is an early 17th century church dedicated to Bom Jesus and is one of the most impressive holy places in Daman. It was completed in its present form in 1603 AD and is a living tribute to the excellence achieved by the Portuguese architects and artisans in ornate and intricate church buildings. In the early days of the Portuguese rule Bom Jesus was a parish church.

Church of The Lady of Dolorous:-
located in Moti Daman dates back to the 16th century. It has outstanding architectural features, partly Gothic and partly Byzantine. It has a wide hall of prayer and beautifully carved figures.
The beaches of Daman are beautiful and largely unspoiled.

Devka Beach:-
located about 3km from Nani Daman has a long shoreline. There is an Amusement Park here containing landscaped walkways, fountains and children's playground.

Jampore Beach:
located about 3km south of Moti Daman is a pleasant spot. The beach line is broad and even and the solitude and serenity is seldom disturbed. This beach is most suited to swimming. During low tide, one can walk on the soft wet sand right into the sea.

Diu Fort:-
is an expansive and imposing structure, situated on the coast of the island. It was constructed between 1535 and 1541 AD after the defence alliance concluded between the Sultan of Gujarat and the Portuguese. The fort commands a magnificent view of sea. The fort is skirted by the sea on the three sides and a canal on the fourth. On the Fort stands a giant structure now housing a Light House and the Diu Jail. Several canons still stare menacingly from top and some are peeping out of the holes on the walls of this gigantic structure.

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