| Lok Sabha Constituencies in Surat district, Gujarat (MP Constituencies) | Bardoli Navsari Surat |
| MLA Assembly Constituencies in Surat district, Gujarat | Olpad Mangrol (ST) Mandvi (ST) Kamrej Surat East Surat North Varachha Road Karanj Limbayat Udhna Majura Katargam Surat West Choryasi Bardoli Mahuva (ST) |
About the District :
SURAT, city situated on the left bank of river “Tapi” once one of western India’s major ports and trading towns. Surat is second largest city in Gujarat and ninth largest in India. Surat is famous for its textile and diamond businesses. Three-quarters of the world’s diamonds are cut and polished in Surat. Surat has highest number of flyovers in Gujarat state.
The city is probably best known these days, however, as the site of an outbreak of pneumonic plague in 1994, Surat proudly claim to be one of the India’s cleanest cities with glorious past and bright future.
Best places to visit in and around the Surat
There are several historical monuments in and around Surat. The major attractions are Dandi, Dumas, Hajira, Tithal and Ubhrat.
Dandi, is a place which is historical very important. Dandi is the place where Mahatma Gandhi started Dandi March in 1930. Dumas, a beach located 16 km away from Surat city. Hajira, is one more beautiful beach which is 28 km away from the city. Ubhrat is a one more beautiful beach 42 km away from the city.
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Tourist Places :
Dumas Beach :
Dumas Beach is one of the most popular beaches among the local people. It is located 21 km southwest of Surat city. The beach is one of the picnic spots for a weekend in the city of Surat. It is managed by the Surat Municipal Corporation. You can also eat the traditional food items such as Pav Bhaji, Bhajiya, Gathiya and others. The Dumas Beach is worth seeing during your visit. The beach is one of the most beautiful tourist places in Surat
Jagadish Chandra Bose Aquarium :
Hazira :
Hazira is another famous tourist destination in Surat. It is located just 25 km from the city of Surat. It is the perfect place to enjoy your weekend as well as leisure time. You can hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi from the city center to reach here. The Hazira Beach is one of the perfect destinations for the nature lovers.
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