Diu

Coordinates: 20.715, 70.98436

Diu is a medieval fortified town located in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, India. The town lies at the eastern end of Diu Island and is known for its fortress and old Portuguese cathedral. Diu was established in the 1500s and has a rich history, with the city being an important fishing town.

The city of Diu has a number of notable physical features, including the Zampa Gateway, Churches of São Paulo and São Tomás, and the Fortim do Mar. The city has a total area of 40 square kilometers and a population of 52,076 as of 2011. The city is governed by the Diu Municipal Council and has a sex ratio of 0.85 males per female. The city is also home to a number of languages, including Hindi, English, Gujarati, and Diu Indo-Portuguese.

Diu has a interesting history, with the city being a former Portuguese colony. The city is now a popular tourist destination, with a number of historic landmarks and cultural attractions. The city is also competing in a national-level competition to get funds under the Smart Cities Mission, a flagship program of the Indian government. Despite its small size, Diu has a rich history and culture, and is an important part of the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.

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Description: The Diu fort is the most visited landmark in the district. The fort and the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa were chosen as the two wonders from India, among the seven from across the world, out of a list of 27 monuments built in 16 countries during the Portuguese rule. The fort is built on a hillock next to the sea.
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