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Daman & Diu are two different areas, demographically situated inside the state of Gujarat. Goa, Daman & Diu were part of a single Union Territory till 1987 when Goa became an independent state. Daman is the governmental headquarters of Daman & Diu.

Daman is divided into 2 parts by the Daman Ganga River running right through its centre. It is well-known for its 2 forts the Moti Daman and the Nani Daman. Moti Daman has broad streets, a 17th-century church the Se Cathedral and a lighthouse. Nani Daman has the Church of Lady of Rosary and a fishing town, which is close by. Near the river is an 18th-century Jain Temple with frescos. In Dabhel village is the important Somnath Mahadev Temple devoted to Lord Shiva. Devka Beach and Jampore beach are also tourist spots.

Diu is a small isle in the Arabian Sea, close to the port of Veraval, linked by two bridges to the mainland. Chassi is its chief river. To the east of the town of Diu is the Diu Fort, right on the shoreline. The Panikotha (Water House) is a minor castle and easy to get to by boat. Gangeshwar Temple is devoted to Shiva. The churches of St. Paul and St. Francis of Assisi are situated at the Jalandhar Beach. The Nagoa Beach is an excellent beach and so named because of its horseshoe form. Diu is also renowned for its birdlife including blue rock pigeon, doves and parrots. All through the cooler months from August till February, numerous wandering birds also make a stopover at the isle.

The coastal state of Goa is a tourist’s heaven and a must comprise in any west India excursion. Goa’s most important attractions are its magnificent shores, opulent sands, rich cultural legacy, varied vegetation and fauna, gorgeous churches and splendid temples. Some of the well-known Goan beaches which are also most important tourist places in west India include the Calangute, Colva, Baga and Anjuna to name a few. These exceedingly commercialized but sparkling beach resorts are the ideal getaways for the itchy feet tourist.

Address to numerous captivating visitor attractions, the state of Maharashtra forms an important ingredient of tourist attractions in West India. The affluent civilizing customs of Maharashtra are daintily reflected in its palaces and monuments including the Gateway of India, Mumbai; Elephanta Caves in Mumbai, Aga Khan Palace, Pune; Aurangabad Caves; and the rock cut caves at Ajanta and Ellora. The World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora have some of the finest examples of rock-cut caves built by the prehistoric artisans. The state is also quite rich in wild life with sanctuaries such as Krishnagiri Upavan National Park, Tadoba National Park and Malvan Marine Sanctuary. In addition, the state has the inimitable city of dreams, Mumbai; which is also the business and movie making entertainment capital of India.