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Daman Attractions |
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The major tourist
attractions in Daman are the St. Jerome Fort, Old Fort, Church of Our
Lady of the Sea, Jain Temple, Fort, Church of our Lady of
the Rosary, Devka beach and Jampore Beach.
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St. Jerome Fort
The St. Jerome Fort offers views of the colourful
fishing fleet. This fort on the northern banks
encloses a church and cemetery with still a few cannons
on the walls. The nearby bridge often tumbles in
monsoon season. The fort has a magnificent gateway
facing the river to impress incoming traffic. The
Church of Our Lady of the Sea inside the walls is
worth visiting place inside the fort.
Old Fort
The Old Fort contains the ruins of a monastery,
Governor's Palace, barracks, hospital and two
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Jain Temple
The Jain Temple is located to the north of the church. This
temple has 18th century murals depicting the life of
Mahavira, who lived around 500 BC.
Fort
The Fort is situated in the Moti Daman area and dates back
to 1559. The walls, divided by 10 bastions, encircle the 30
square km of land. Inside are sleepy, leafy streets
reminiscent of the Portuguese era and there are relaxing
views across the river to Nani Daman form the ramparts near
he lighthouse. Moti Daman once housed the Portuguese gentry
and near the fort gate is the sometime home of the 18th
century Portuguese poet Bocage.
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Church of Bom
Jesus
The Church of Bom Jesus was built in 1603 and is a
piece of Iberia in India, with elaborate woodcarving.
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
The Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, across the
overgrown square has ancient Portuguese tombstones set
into its cool, damp floor. Light filters through the
dusty windows, illuminating the altar, a masterpiece
of furiously detailed, gold-painted woodcarving.
Devka Beach
The grubby, rocky shores of
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located about 3 kms. north
of the Nani Daman. But the ambience of the place is quiet
and easy. The bars and hotels dot the quiet beachside road.
Jampore Beach
The palm-shaded Jampore Beach is located about 23 kms. south
of Moti Daman. This beach is better, but not good for
swimming.
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