What is Surat best known for?
Surat, the diamond city of the world, is also best known for its silk clothing and cotton mills. It is considered one of the cleanest states in all of India. The history of Surat is rich and vibrant as is evident in its monuments. Over 90% of the total diamonds in the world are polished in Surat. From jewellery, silk clothing to street food, Surat has it all.
Best known places in Surat
- Amaazia Water Park: With summer around the corner, a visit to the Amaazia Water Park is a must. It has a capacity of 3,500 people at any given time of the day. There are three kinds of rides, Thrill, Fun and Kids.
- VR Surat: VR Surat is one of Surat’s premium shopping malls. It houses a number of international brands like Adidas, Nike, Puma, Van Heusen, Swarovski etc. It has been awarded the best shopping mall in Gujarat.
- Jagdish Chandra Bose Aquarium: Surat is home to the popular Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium. It is the first multidisciplinary underwater aquarium in all of India. It holds over 100 different types of fish in over 52 tanks.
- Iskcon Temple: The International Society for Krishna Consciousness or Iskcon for short, has temples all across the country. The Surat Iskcon temple was constructed by Shrila Prabhupada as a means for people from everywhere to gather together.
- Surat Castle: The Surat Fort is a 16th-century construction done by Sultan Mahmood-III. It is one of the busiest tourist spots in Surat. Built with a purpose to protect against the Portuguese, it is worth a visit to learn more about the state’s history.
Airport address: Surat International Airport, Surat - Dumas Rd Gaviyer, Surat - Dumas Rd, Surat, Gujarat 395007
IATA code: STV