Things to do in Diu

Diu is known as former Portuguese enclave. Diu as a perfect mixture of sun, sand and sea. Diu is currently a union territory of India and considered as a naval and sea port. Merchants of various lands carried on trade here.

Diu also has a mix culture of Gujarati and Portuguese similar to Daman. Both the cultures reflect in daily lifestyle and keep alive their priceless heritage in their folk arts.

With a pleasant climate throughout the year, it affords unprecedented peace and tranquility to tourists. The beautiful tiny island is lying on the west coast of India, with a coastal length of 21 kms.

City Attractions: 

Nagoa Beach

An exceptionally beautiful and quiet beach, it has various facilities for water sports. It is also safe for swimming. Plenty of Palm Hoka trees whisper and sway here in the intoxicating sea breeze all day long. The virginity of the beach and serenity of the surroundings give you peace and pleasure beyond expression. 

Jallandhar Shrine   

Jallandhar Shrine is located on a hillock close to the beach. This small shrine crowned with a dome, contains a niche wherein a stone carved face of Jallandhar is seen.

St Paul Church

St Paul’s Church is dedicated to our Lady of Immaculate Conception. Begun in 1601, the church was completed in 1610. The main facade of the church, perhaps the most elaborate of all Portuguese churches in India, is adorned with curiously treated volutes and shell-like motifs, and immediately attracts visitors. The facade has been illuminated by floodlights adding to the evening city glow.

Diu Museum or St Thomas Museum

The old St. Thomas Church has been converted into a museum which houses the antique statues, various stone inscriptions of the earlier rulers, wooden carvings, idols, shadow-clocks and other important artifacts have been collected from various sites and displayed. 

Diu Fort

Diu Fort is an expansive and imposing structure, situated on the coast of the island. This one most visited and famous place for its visitors.

Ghoghla Beach

Ghoghla beach is one of the six beaches in Diu which has all the amenities and facilities for its tourists.

Chakratirath Beach

Chakratirath beach is one of the famous beach of Diu which is located centrally and nearby by to the town in Diu. The hill and the surrounding areas and landscape have been beautifully illuminated by artificial lighting. An open air auditorium on the sea side of the hillock stands nearby. 

Gangeshewar Temple  

Gangeshwar temple is situated around 3km away from Diu town in Fudam village. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, there are five lingas here that are located in the midst of the rocks on the seashore, and are washed by the waves of the sea. 

Things to do:

Picnic Spot

Water Sports

Holiday getaway

Beaches – Swimming and sunbathe

Places nearby to visit:

Daman

Vapi

Mumbai

Pune

Famous for:

Temples and Churches

Beaches

Forts, Museums

Water sports activities

Picnic spot

Family Outings

Suggestions:

Best place to see Portuguese culture and for family outing.

Diu is about 5-6 hours drive from Mumbai and 7-8 drive from Pune.