Wednesday 10 October 2012

Diu


DIUa beautiful tiny island with a coastal length of 21 Kms, lying on the west coast of India, the island offers a wonderful holiday destination. Separated from the mainland by a tidal creek, Diu derives its name from the Sanskrit word 'Dweep'. Diu was one of the best sea ports and a naval base between the 14th and 16th Century, under the Portuguese rule.

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