Daman Tourism

"Heritage, culture and beaches" Daman Tourism The cool beaches, greenery, scenic natural beauty and most of all, its easy availability of cheap liquor makes Daman a popular destination among youths and even as a getaway for those in Gujrat. Daman is a beautiful little city, surrounded by states of Gujarat, Maharashtra and Arabian sea on the sides. The place has a rich culture and history. Its history dates back to over 2000 years ago. The present is tinted in colors of enjoyment, simplicity, and festivity. Beaches of the area let it stand out as a centre of natural beauty together with hints of fun. What adds on to the tourist experience here is the shopping scene which ranges from leather products, exquisite brands of liquor to handcrafted items. Download Daman PDF Guide > What's Great? Abode to beautiful sea life. A nice touch of Portuguese culture available as well. What's not so Great? Congested in peak seasons. Not easily accessible. For Whom Ideal for people looking for a touch of culture and history. Suitable for backpackers touring nearby sites like Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, etc. Also for people who are looking for a beach getaway from the nearby states of Gujarat and Maharashtra.

Itinerary Day 1 -Reach Daman, preferably by noon and take some rest. In the evening, you can go to the main market for a stroll, where you can buy some souvenirs, especially handicrafts like leather products, bamboo mats, baskets etc. for your personal collection. The alcoholics can strike gold here, for foreign liquor sells like hot cakes.Day 2 -You should begin ideally with the Fort of St. Jerome, which is one of the most popular destinations in Daman. Within the premise, itself are a Catholic Church of the Portuguese era and a Jain Temple for the cultural devotees.Day 3 -You can start the day with the historical church of Bom Jesus, or proceed to the beautiful Mirasol Lake Garden. You can end your day with a visit to the beautiful Devka beach, which is another rare beach in India that is untouched, and pristine.

Restaurants and Local Food in Daman Daman is equally enjoyable for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations and offers countless options. While subtle hints of Gujrati and Parsee food can be sensed in the menu here, the seafood is splendid and the island also has quite a street food culture. Other than these there are notable restaurants along the beaches of the region too offering an enjoyable meal with an equally exquisite scenery. View 9 Restaurants in Daman >>

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Oct-Apris the best time to visit Daman Daman is situated near the Arabian sea, and thus experiences a tropical climate, with mild winters and dreary summers. Although Monsoon is a good option, the heavy rainfall in this region might make the trip a little bit cumbersome. The best time for visiting Daman is between October - April when the ambience is heavenly and the climate pleasant. Weather in Daman Loading... Daman in Summer (March - June) This is the least advisable time for a visit to this destination, with the temperatures going as high as 43 degrees Celcius. The days are unbearably hot and humid if you're visiting in the months of May & June.    Daman in Monsoon (July - September) Although the monsoon season receives moderate to heavy rainfall, this is not exactly the most advisable season for a visit, owing to torrential downpours. It would be better to take a raincoat for some protection. Being an off season, you can expect some heavy discounts, though.   Daman in Winter (October - February) Beginning from October, the winter season is the most advisable time for a visit to  Daman. The months from October - February is a nice time for a visit when the climate is pleasant and the ambience lovely. This is also the peak season for travellers.   Monthly Weather in Daman Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 18 31 February 20 33 March 22 34 April 25 36 May 28 36 June 27 34 July 26 30 August 26 30 September 25 30 October 23 32 November 19 34 December 18 33