How to enjoy the holidays in Surat India is a big and vast country with multiple cultures, religions, and traditions each uniquely different and specific to its location. Other than this, the country has an interesting geography, which is a combination of plains, terrains, plateaus, mountains, deserts and more. It is because of these facts that it is very interesting to explore the country. There are several fun, beautiful, and interesting places to visit in the country; some are pretty popular while some needs a little more exposure. However, it is a fact that each single place is equally ideal and wonderful to visit.
Among such places is Surat, located in the western part of the nation. It is the administrative, educational, economical, and medicinal centre of the district of Surat, and falls under the state of Gujrat. It is a port city and has a population of around 5.9 million. Many doesn't know that the city is a major gem stone centre in the nation and more than 92 percent of the diamonds found in the globe are cut and polished here. Located in the banks of Tapti river, it is a port city and was a major port during the British era. Exploring Suart Although the city is not an extremely popular tourist destination, but it certainly has a lot to offer. The first good thing about the city is that it has pleasant weather throughout the year; monsoons are heavy, but the city is ideal for visit at any season of the year. The city's culture is largely shaped by
Hindus, as the major population here are Hindus. Besides, Islam and Christianity are the other two largely practised religions. People in the city are culture and art oriented. You can talk about anything and everything. Surat tourism is not big, yet a significant contributor to the economy in the city. There are several places to visit in the city; and the best way to explore the city is using the local transportation services. There are local city buses available. In addition there are auto rickshaws and several car rental services available. A good thing about the city is that, finding accommodation is an easy affair. There are both luxury and mid-range hotels in Surat , serving all the facilities and amenities for a reasonable price. Budget Inn Bellevue and Best Western Yuvraj are two good three star hotels in the city, with just the right necessities and comfort. Another good option is Tax Palazzo Hotel,which is located very close to the heart of the city's textile market, with appointed rooms and a revolving dinning place. Once you are in the city, then there are lots of attractions in the city, offering good time to the visitors. To start with one could go to the famous Surat Castle, which is a historical fort build in 1540 and close, on the bank of Tapi river. Then there's Mughal Sarai, which is also a historical building built during the period of Shah Jahan, in year 1644 AD. It is one of the best places to visit in Surat, as the building has several beautiful artistically created parts including - arches, sculptured patterns, decorated parapet,and more. Besides these, the other must visit attractions include - Dutch gardens, Nature Park Sarathana, Rangupavan, Diamond market, Textile Market, and Chintanamani Jain Temple. The above were some of the few reasons for why anyone should choose to spent his holidays in Surat. Do visit the city once in your life, you'll have a good time. About Author: Hi , I am Atul . I write about Surat tourism and provide all the information about the tourism services in Surat, such as Places to visit in Surat , famous tourist places in Surat, best places to hangout, Hotels in Surat , and flight information etc.