Beaches of Diu
A Union Territory of India, Diu is one of the best places to visit if you are travelling to the western state of Gujarat. The former Portuguese colony has historic architecture, gracefully decaying churches and long beaches similar to those found in Goa, but without the heavy crowds or the beckoning calls of touts. It may not be as tropical or as trendy but the wide, well-paved roads, quiet streets, inexpensive drinks and bare beaches make up for a lot. As described by lonely planet "it's a great place to let your hair down and watch the world drift by."
Diu is separated from the mainland Gujarat by a tidal creek. The northern side of the island has marshes and salt-pans while the southern side alternates between limestone cliffs, rocky coves and sandy beaches. The island is full of quarries where the Portuguese excavated limestone to build the fort, city walls, monuments and buildings.
Because of sunny beaches and beautiful sunset, Diu attracts a lot of tourists. Nagoa beach, Chakrateerth beach and Ghoghla beach are 3 best beaches in Diu. There are 3 churches and a ShivTemple. A seashell museum, bird watch tower, Diu fort, fortim-do-mar (Pani kotha), the caves of Nayda are main attractions of Diu.
Nagoa beach is a horseshoe shaped beach with various water sports facilities. A perfect and safe beach to swim and rest in the sunny weather.
Ghoghla beach is the largest and gentlest beach of Diu. You can do swimming, sunbathing, parasailing, surfing etc.
Chakrateerth beach with a beautiful sunset point is another lovely beach you'll love to laze on. |
