5 Enticing Weekend Getaways from Surat

Alluded as a city of Silk and Diamond, Surat is considered as a critical business center of Gujarat. With a reference in the Mahabharata, Surat has a long history that has given it a noteworthy spot in the glorious Indian history. It also positioned fourth in a worldwide ranking of the fastest developing cities on the planet. Because of these vital aspects, this city is considered as the business capital of Gujarat. So if you are have toured enough around the silk and diamond hubs in Surat, why not break away to the enticing getaways in its proximity?

Many businessmen from across the country visit this West Indian industrial hub to expand or lay the foundations of their business. If you see a Surat to Mumbai train timetable, you will get to know the frequency with which businessmen from these two cities travel to and fro. Gujarat’s mighty business knight, Surat is not only an important business centre but also has some exquisite spots around its realm to calm those throbbing nerves that have been worked up due to the monotony of life. Check these out.

1. Tithal

Tithal is a quaint beach on the west of the Valsad town, and is also known as the Black Sand beach. Situated towards the south of Gujarat, the Tithal beach can be reached via Valsad in an autorickshaw or GSRTC buses. Tithal has two essential temples, namely the Sai Baba and the Swami Narayan temple.

2. Vapi

Vapi is a city located on the banks of the River Daman Ganga. It deceives the east of Daman and toward the west of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. In view of its closeness to the coast, the territory encounters a tropical atmosphere, with temperatures remaining constant throughout the year, along with high levels of humidity.

3. Saputara

Saputara is a respite amongst the bone-dry nature of Gujarat. It is on the north-east boondocks of Gujarat and the second most noteworthy level in the Sahyadri stretch of the Western Ghats. Settled in the Dang woods territory of the Sahyadri Range, Saputara is a pleasant hill station that carries a much welcoming and differing qualities with the lavish greenery.

4. Champaner

Champaner was set up by King Vanraj Chavda of the Chavda dynasty and named after his pastor Champaraj. Some believe that the name has originated from "Champak" flower on the grounds that the molten rocks around the area has the light yellow shading entirely like the flower. For a long time it remained a part of a backwoods and later, because of studies led by the British, its existence was uncovered. Tourists came to see the architectural excellence of the city and exactness with which it was constructed.

5. Valsad

Valsad is a beachfront town, that got its name from "vad-saal'', that implies hampered by banyan trees. This range was brimming with banyan trees and was the primary spot where the Parsis entered before they found the Sanjan Port. Valsad is encompassed by the Navsari, Arabian Sea, and Dang Districts and the state of Maharashtra. To reach Valsad, from Surat, the train from the nearest railway station to Surat would take around 2 hours. You can also travel by car or taxi.