Daman is a city in the Union Territory of Daman and Diu. The city is located along the western coastline of India near Gujarat State. The city is at a close proximity with Vapi city (Maharashtra) and both the cities share same industrial zone.
Daman and Diu were Portuguese territories. The Portuguese ruled the region for about 400 years. They were settled there even after the Indian independence. In 1961, the territory was added into the Republic of India. It is a Union Territory of India.
The city is divided into two parts by the Daman Ganga River. Nanidaman is the northern part and Motidaman is the southern part of the river. Nanidaman is an urban area comprising residential localities, shops and other amenities.
Daman shares its business with Vapi. Chemicals, paints, fertilizers and pesticides factories are responsible for pollution in the city. It is a coastal town comprising a port.
How to reach: Daman is located about 125 km from Mumbai city. Vapi is its close neighbour. Surat is at about 123 km. Daman is situated between Surat (Gujarat) and Mumbai.
Nearest railway station is at Vapi, about 15 km from Daman. Vapi gets trains from Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune and Surat. Taxis are available from Vapi to Daman.
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Places of interest:
Daman attracts tourists since there is no restriction on liquor consumption. With its natural landscape, untouched calm beaches and unique culture of its own, the city attracts crowd.
The city is good for buying leather items and liquor. Explore Portuguese Churches.
Daman houses historical monuments such as forts and churches. Diu forts, Diu museum, Lighthouse, Panikota Fort, St, Jerome Forts are some such historical monuments to be visited.
Explore beaches like Chakratirth beach, Devka beach, Goghla beach, Gomatimala beach, Nagoa beach and many more.
