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Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu · West India

Diu

A small former Portuguese island off Gujarat: a sea fort, white churches, quiet beaches and Somnath just 90 km away.

Best timeOct-Mar
Ideal stay2-3 days
GatewayDiu (DIU)
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Diu was a Portuguese colony until 1961 and still feels different from the mainland, with painted houses, churches and a big sea-facing fort. Beaches such as Nagoa and Ghoghla are calm, and Somnath is an easy day trip.

Highlights

  • Diu Fort
  • St. Paul’s Church
  • Nagoa beach
  • Naida caves
  • Day trip to Somnath

What to eat

  • Seafood and Portuguese-style dishes
  • Gujarati thali

Where to stay

Beach hotels at Nagoa and Ghoghla; small guesthouses in Diu town.

Getting there

Diu airport has a few flights from Mumbai; Veraval station is 90 km away.

Tips

  • Alcohol is sold in Diu, unlike in Gujarat next door; do not carry it across.
  • Watch out for strong currents on unguarded beaches.

Best time to visit

Oct-Mar. See what else is good in October and our best time to visit India guide.

Temples and shrines near Diu

  • Somnath Shiva; the first of the 12 Jyotirlingas

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Places to see in and around Diu

9 places within 40 km. Tap I’ve been to add them to your India passport.

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Food to try in and around Diu

Daman and Diu favourites to look out for.

  • Ubadiyu
  • Lapsi
  • Puri
  • Rotla

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