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Surat located at the bank of the River Tapti is the second largest city of the Indian state Gujrat. The ninth largest city of the nation is a popular port city. Surat is often termed as the " Diamond Capital of the world". The city covers an area of 200 sq. Km and has an estimated population of 4,505,000 inhabitants. It is also the administrative headquarter of the Surat district. Our site Allwonderscitis offers detailed information about Surat.
Tourist Attractions:
The city with a rich historical backdrop is a major tourist destination of Gujrat. It was from here that Mahatma Gandhi led a major struggle for gaining Independence. The beautiful beaches of the city are the major places of tourist attractions.
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The famous site of Salt Satyagraha, Dandi is a landmark in the history of Indian Struggle for Independence. The movement started by Mahatma Gandhi on the coast of the Arabian Sea is a major tourist destination. The balmy weather and the scenic beauty of Dumas make it a popular tourist attraction in Surat. It is basically considered to be a health resort. The beach resorts of Hajira and Tithal are the most favored locations of the foreign tourists. The pristine white sandy beaches fringed with palm trees and the clear blue water make it a idyllic destination. The Old Fort built in the 14th century is a historical landmark of the city. It was built by Mohammed Tughlak to save the city from the Bhils. The other major attractions of the city are Winchester Museum and Gopipura.
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Transportation
There is no working airport in Surat. The public transport system of the country comprises of public buses and auto rickshaws. The highest numbers of flyovers are located within the city. The Surat Railway is located at a convenient point and very near to the major hotels and the business areas.
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Shopping
Shopping in Surat is a fantastic experience and is a perfect place to look for handlooms and handicrafts. While shopping in Surat make it a point to collect exquisite works of zari that make for a fantastic shopping experience. The garments embellished with zari, kinari and salma are incredible collections of lustrous Indian garments. The city is dotted with shops to find out the best souvenir products.
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Hotels
The hotels are located at the heart of the city and offer great accommodation for the tourists to move in large numbers. The well-furnished rooms come along with luxurious amenities and great dinning facilities. Holiday Inn Surat, Hotel Ashish International, Hotel Oasis, Hotel Yuvraj, Lords Park Inn International and Tex-Palazoo Hotel are the major hotels of the city.
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