Diu, also known as Diu Town, is a town in the Diu district in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, India. Diu District is the tenth least populated district of India. The town of Diu lies at the eastern end of Diu Island and is known for its fortress and old Portuguese cathedral. It is a fishing town. The city is one of the hundred Indian cities competing in a national level competition to get funds under Narendra Modi's flagship Smart Cities Mission. Diu will be competing for one of the last 10 spots against 20 cities from across India. In April 2018, it was reported that the Diu Smart City has already become India's first city to run on 100 per cent renewable energy during the daytime.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located 3 kms from Diu in Fudam Village. Situated at the Arabian Sea, the temple is surrounded by scenic beauty and ataraxy. It is a cave temple located amid rocks on the seashore and is an essential religious site in Diu. The statues of Lord Ganesha, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi can be found at the entrance of the temple. It is an over 5000 years old temple that has the presiding idol of Gangeshwar, who is considered to be the Lord of River Ganga and a form of Lord Shiva whose tresses descend the river on earth.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Temple, ambience and scenic beauty</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 40min</li>
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Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach is one of our picks of places to visit in Diu. The beach stretches for 6kms along the oscillating Arabian sea. One of the lesser-known beaches of Gujarat, it is a spectacular coastline spot for all water babies. It is adjacent to the Diu islands and extends into Ghogla Beach. The beach is situated where Gujarat and Diu meet; it is a place providing a blend of cultures, in the lively fishing villages. The beach is interspersed with windmills along the wet white sand. It is ideal for a lazy vacation with pleasing views, warm sand and salty water to float in.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Beach, nature and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 45min</li>
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Pani Kotha or Fortim do Mar as named by the Portuguese is a 12th-century edifice. Once a fort it was made to look like a ship to mislead invaders. Since it is located on an islet at the mouth of the creek of the Arabian sea, now it is a historical monument and one of the top tourist places in Diu. The fort was later used as a prison and was controlled by the Portuguese along with the Diu fort. This stone fort was fortified in the year 1588 by adding a few structures. Besides this, a small chapel was erected in the year 1638 as a dedication to Our Lady of the Sea. The fort also houses barracks, a warehouse and a lighthouse from where you get a panoramic view of the Diu fort, jetty and even the Ghogla village.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Fort, views and ambience</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 40min</li>
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The St. Francis of Assisi Church has an interesting history, built in the year 1593 it was later converted into a hospital. The Church is praised as an important holy shrine and has recently been restored to its glorious Portuguese period charm. With a giant wooden altar, ivory exteriors and the classic blue-white arches, this Church is an unavoidable place to visit.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Church, ambience and views</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 40min</li>
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The Zampa Gateway is the main town gateway that hems in the western part of Diu. An integral part of Diu's history, It is a landmark that is painted bright red and has noble art and architecture. The Zampa Gateway has also made its way to the list of places to see in Diu. The wall of this gateway has angels, lions, and a priest carved out. There is also a chapel right inside, with an image of the Virgin and Child and inscriptions from the year 1702. The gateway also has an artificial waterfall which is a pleasant addition.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Town gateway, view and place</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 30min</li>
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This pristine white sand beach is some 7 kms from Nagaon Beach and 13 kms from Diu town. Located on the western end of Diu in Vanakbara Village, it is amongst the top beaches of Diu and one of the places to visit in Diu. It is a 5km long beach with massive waves of the Arabian Sea that kiss the soft wet sand. The beach receives high tide waves, leaving only a short land area, though it is perfect for a quiet stroll, witnessing a surreal sunset and the beach also gets washed up seashells that you can collect. It is also not advised to go for a swim in the water due to the strong tides. However, you could still come to this hushed beach for all its serenity and a moment of solitude.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Beach, nature and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 45min</li>
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Nagoa Beach is amongst the most famous attractions of Diu and also one of the tourist places in Diu; for its unsullied beauty, white sand and oscillating palms. The beach is a part of the Nagoa hamlet in Bucharwada Village and is a few kilometres from the main town. It is an ideal place to rejuvenate oneself and get tourists from all over the world to visit. Due to its popularity, the beach has plenty of resorts nearby and some even on the beach, giving you a relaxed and comfortable experience. Many water activities are being offered that further add to the holiday escapade. If you are not an adventurous person, you can still laze around the beach, sunbathing, strolling and swimming in the clear water.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Beach, nature and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 40min</li>
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The West coast of India is blessed with some of the finest beach towns and cities! You don't have to book a flight or take a road trip to Goa to soak in all the magic of the sparkling Arabian Sea and the beaches that come with it. The city of Diu is just as happening as the state of Goa! The port city of Diu in Gujarat was once a famous trade route. Throughout history, though, a lot has changed as Diu has witnessed tremendous cultural heritage ranging from the Indian and Portuguese reign. Definitely, a must-visit!

The Fortress is a landmark in Diu and is one of the 'Seven Wonders of Portuguese in the World'. The Portuguese built it in the year 1535 with an addition made in 1541 as a defensive fortification in Diu and is located on the west coast of India. It is this enormous sea-facing fort and has two moats, a lighthouse which is the highest point of the Island, and a jetty that is still operational.
 
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 <li>Famous for: History, nature and ambience</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 2hr</li>
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This beach is located a kilometre away from the city, and yet it is a quiet and sparsely crowded beach in Diu. The beach was named after the mythological Hindu demon Jalandhar whose shrine is located on a hillock, close to the beach. A temple dedicated to goddess Chandrikais is also here. This lighthouse is easy to climb and provides an eye-catching view of the whole place. The fort has cannonballs littered all around and has a low wall with few cannons and some other attractions. Hence the Diu Fort makes for one of the places to visit in Diu. The beach has a few private resorts, perfect for a stay on the beach, quite literally.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Beach, nature and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Duration: 1-2hr</li>
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St. Thomas Church is a modest white-walled building that is decaying. The church was built in 1598 and was later converted into a museum. A well-decorated path and fountains give the museum that lovely appeal, making it one of the places to visit in Diu. The museum houses several stone inscriptions made by rulers, a collection of 16th-century wooden saints among other statues of saints and sculptures are on display. Furthermore, 400 year old wooden and marble statues of St. Thomas and St. Benedict are the vision to behold.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Museum, history and ambience</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 45min</li>
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A group of interlinked caves is located outside the city wall of the Diu Fort. These caves were in a way constructed by the Portuguese since they were breaking a large rock formation for construction. Over the years, due to geological irregularities and natural processes over time, the caves got their shape. It is a network of tunnels with cleaved steps in between. Take a walk here to admire this wondrous creation. This natural masterpiece is still the less popular tourist attraction; however, it is one of the places to see in Diu. An excellent place for a photoshoot, it also has interesting trivial information about its history which would spike the interest of all history buffs.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Caves, scenic beauty and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 30min</li>
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This unique and zany museum is located 6 km from Diu on Nagoa road. It is one of the few shell museums in the world and the only shell museum in Asia; it is also one of the tourist places in Diu. The result of the efforts of Captain Devjibhai Vira Fulbaria, a merchant navy sailor who during his expeditions collected different shells, later decided to showcase this elegant collection. While you are visiting the museum, you will get toured by the main man himself explaining the different types of shells. During the tour, you would be provided with a magnifying glass to look closely at the seashells, which are labelled at the display for better understanding. There are several books as well that you can refer to during this fun little quest. &nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Museum, history and ambience</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 30min</li>
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Chakratirth Beach is centrally located and is adjacent to Diu town. Its picturesque landscape of hills and the Arabian Sea, amidst which the Beach makes it one of the places to visit in Diu. It is a flawless beach with clear waters that are great for a swim or a surf, or to get a tan by basking in the sun. The sheer calm that you get to experience here makes you forget about all your worries and leaves you blissful. The appeal of this place raises a notch with the addition of an open-air auditorium with changing rooms by a hillock.
 
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 <li>Famous for: Beach, nature and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February &nbsp;</li>
 <li>Duration: 1hr</li>
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INS Khukri is the memorial site of the Indian Naval Ship that sank during the Indo-Pak War of 1971. When Pakistan fired torpedo shots on December 9, 1971, destroying the submarine and eventually resulting in the sinking of the ship with 18 officers and 176 sailors on board. The memorial was set up in 1999 to commemorate all the martyrs including the commanding officer of INS Khukri, Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla. It is a stark reminder of the sacrifice made by the crew since they had an option to surrender, but the Captain chose to sink the ship instead of succumbing to the enemy.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Ambiance, history and views</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: 40min</li>
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The Beach is located north of Diu town in the Ghoghla Village. It is considered as one of the most captivating beaches, yet it is a more austere attraction perfect for people who like to spend time away from crowds. The Beach is on the outskirts of the town; hence it is still the less explored beach which makes it one of the Places to visit in Diu.The azure water, in contrast to the golden skyline, is a treat for the eyes. While here, you can enjoy water-sport activities like parasailing, banana boat ride and surfing besides a few restaurants and shacks.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Beach, nature and view</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: November to February</li>
 <li>Duration: &nbsp;40min</li>
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