Chakratirth Beach

Nestled close to Diu town, Chakratirth Beach serves as a serene retreat for both locals and travelers. This centrally located beach offers a tranquil escape, providing a welcome respite from the bustling city life. Here, visitors can bask in the beauty of nature and experience the mesmerizing sight of both sunrise and sunset. Known as the "Sunset Point," Chakratirth Beach offers uninterrupted views where the sky meets the sea in a breat... Read more

Jallandhar Beach

Located just 1 km from Diu Town, Jallandhar Beach offers a mesmerizing panoramic view. Its beauty invites visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the refreshing spray of the sea. With its serene ambiance and picturesque surroundings, the beach serves as a perfect getaway spot for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Whether it's a stroll along the shore or simply basking in the sun, Jallandhar Beach provides an idyllic escape fro... Read more

Diu Fort

The Fort of Diu, a sprawling and formidable edifice, stands proudly on the eastern coast of the island, offering a commanding view of the sea and its surroundings. Situated at the extreme edge, the fort is flanked by the ocean on three sides, with a protective canal encircling it on the fourth. Its origins trace back to a strategic partnership between Bahadur Shah, the Sultan of Gujarat, and the Portuguese, forged against the Mughals. Constructed... Read more

Fortress of Panikotha

The Fortress of Panikotha is a magnificent stone structure in the sea, built right at the mouth of the creek. It was built during the Muslim domain by Malik Aiyaz. It served as an entry post to control the movement of the Merchant Ships entering Diu for trading the rich Asian merchandise especially the Indian spices. The movement of the ships were also controlled by a defensive system which joined the Bastion of the sea or the Fortress to the Bas... Read more

St. Paul Church

St. Paul Church, as it is widely known is also called the Church of Immaculate Conception. It has both historical as well as religious importance. This magnificent building of Gothic architecture was built by the Portuguese. The foundation stone of the Church was laid on 7th April, 1601 at the time of Governor, Duarte de Melo and the Parish Priest was Rev. Fr. Manuel Fernandes. The layout plan of this awesome monument was designed by none other t... Read more

St. Francis of Assisi Church

It was built in the year 1593, at the time of Governor Pero de Naya. It was the Friary of the Franciscans. The Church is still in use. And the cloister was converted into a Hospital ever since the Church of St. John of God collapsed in the year 1832 where a hospital was functioning. Today a new hospital building is built and this heritage building is vacated. It served as hospital for about 184 years. The Church is situated at a close distance... Read more

St. Thomas Church Museum

The Church was built in the year 1598 by an order of Bishop D. Aleixo Menezes. It was the first Parish Church of Diu. Later on the status of the Parish Church was transferred to the Church of Immaculate Conception. As this church of St. Thomas ceased to be the Parish Church it was also desecrated and it was used for various profane purposes. The Altar is said to have been transferred to Silvassa. This edifice came under various functions &ndas... Read more

Zampa Gateway

Zampa Gate is one of the prominent landmarks in Diu, a small island town off the coast of Gujarat, India. This historical structure dates back to the Portuguese colonial era and is a well-preserved example of their architectural influence in the region. The gate is characterized by its impressive architecture, featuring intricate carvings and sturdy construction. Zampa Gate holds significant historical importance as it served as one of the pri... Read more