Daman

	Daman, like Diu, is an enclave of Gujarat administered by the central government of India (Daman and Diu Union Territory). Situated in the southern tip of the state and on the Arabian Sea, it has a pleasant climate most of the year.

Along with Diu and Goa, Daman was a Portugese colony for four centuries and a half, but was eventually ceded to India in 1961. Due to its long colonial period, Daman's landscape is dominated by Portugese culture.

	Daman is divided by the Damanganga River into two towns, Nani Daman (Small Daman) and Moti Daman (Big Daman). Beautiful beach hotels can be found in Nani Daman. Moti Daman is where the impressive Daman Fort is located. Christian churches are also found in Moti Daman.

Because it is a Union Territory, liquors can be freely sold and purchased in Daman, and it is one of the favorite spots of alcohol drinking Gujaratis who cannot enjoy the liquors in the "dry" state of Gujarat. Daman is easily accessible by rail or road from Mumbai and Ahmedabad. The nearest rail station is Vapi, about 10 km west of Daman, and a manufacturing center.

	The bridge between the Moti Daman and Nani Daman had collapsed because of heavy rain and strom. Now a temporary bridge made of Iron has been built to connect Moti Daman and Nani Daman. Rickshaws and other heavy vehicles are prohibited on the bridge.