India Gujrat Surat Tour

  

                                                          

Surat is associated with the name Saurashtra, 'The Good Land', the regions covering the peninsula of Gujarat. It is situated on the banks of the Tapti river and owes its development to its early and sustained importance as a trading centre. It was large in 1600 and even after a decline in its fortunes the population in 1796 was estimated to be as much as 800,000. Surat is a busy commercial centre for textiles and diamonds. This city is mainly visited by the tourists who are interested in the colonial history of Surat.

Tourist Attractions in Surat The main tourist attractions in Surat are the castle, tombs, mosques and temples.

Nau Saiyid Mosque The Nau Saiyid Mosque (mosque of Nine Saiyids) is situated on the west banks of the Gopi Lake.  Mirza Sami Mosque The Mirza Sami Mosque was built by the Khudawanad Khan who was also responsible for the castle.  Dandi Dandi is situated about 13 kms. from Navsari. Dandi is the main place for the Gandhi's Salt March in 1930. It is reached along a pleasant rural road and by

the strikingly empty beach are several monuments to Gandhi, including a small museum.

Castle The castle was built in 1546 alongside the Tapti Bridge and now full of offices. The castle provides good views of the city and surrounding countryside from its bastions. Colonial Tombs The colonial tombs here dates from the 15th to the 18th centuries. The most magnificent is the 17th century memorial to Baron Adrian Van Reed, a local Dutch company Director.

British Factory The British Factory House, combined English and Hindu styles and had stained glass windows with carved wooden supports. It is located near the Mission High School, but not much remains. For Take Gujrat Surat Tour Visit http://www.indiabycolours.com