With treasures of Portuguese history & culture in store, Diu invites travellers for a tranquil trip

8 hours from Ahmedabad lies a slew of panoramic white sand beaches that make an adventurer's experience divine. Don't follow us? We're recommending you a trip from Gujarat city to the peacefulness that is Diu!

A small island that reminds a traveller of the colonial remnants of a past, stores in its embrace secrets galore of the era, that charms the visitor with its breathtaking beauty — Diu is often termed as 'mini-Goa' but better, owing to its tranquility and cluster-free nature. The fact that the district, that lies in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, is seldom crowded makes it all the more desirable.

A Portuguese colony for over 400 years, Diu has embedded in its soil innumerable colonisers' life stories. A must-visit for every history buff and nature enthusiast, Diu is engulfed by resplendent beaches all around.

A coastal town that lies at the eastern end of the Diu Island, Diu serves as a bridge connecting Gujarat to the island. It is full of marvels like the centuries-old St Paul’s Church, exhibiting baroque vibes, a 16th century Portugese citadel — Diu Fort — with canons and a lighthouse, a scintillatingly white St Thomas Church and its rich Diu Museum, and Portuguese villas and churches. The cultural heritage and colonial architecture places Diu right back on the tourism map and keeps the flame burning.

Located nearby is also a small fishing village, encompassing hueful boats and tons of scope for fishing. Water activities, of course, in the form of adventure sports is available in abundance and result in upping your adrenaline rush!

Besides, the fact that it is the tenth least populated district in India says a lot about the repose Diu offers. The Diu streets and lanes are quaint, clean, and colourful — sending positive vibes and acting like a breath of fresh air to weary travellers who're done with noisy crowds.