Activities And Attractions in Diu Island

Mainly known for its fortress and Portuguese cathedral, Diu is a historical place and a spot of scenic beauty. There are beautiful white-sand beaches, like the Nagoa beach, Ghogla, Jallandhar, Chakratirth, Gomtimata. However, the most visited landmark in town is the Diu fort built in 1535. Apart from these, there are three Portuguese Baroque churches – the St. Paul's Church, the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, and St. Thomas' Church, which is now a museum. On the Gangeshwar coast, there is an ancient temple of Lord Shiva. Therefore the city is witness to the holy amalgamation and calm acceptance of different religious and cultural associations. Other tourist sites include Naida caves near Jalandhar beach, only one kilometer away from the city center through Hadmitya Road. The place is famous for the natural sunlight show that makes the orange rocks glisten. The open amphitheater and sunset shots at Khukri Memorial near Chakratirth Beach are also known for their mesmerizing beauty. Diu also has a dinosaur park with life-size dinosaur statues, a bird-watching sanctuary, a sea-shell museum, a summer house, and Lover's Point's frequently visited.