Dumas Beach is nationally famous for its black sand and reputation as one of India's top haunted places. Locals and tourists go during the day for a bit of calm by the Arabian Sea and to visit the nearby temples.

Attend an event or enjoy a show outside Surat's city center at the Sanjeev Kumar Auditorium, a block from the Tapi River. Named after one of the country's esteemed, award-winning actors, the building is a memorial in honor of the late actor.

While visiting Surat, head to the waterfront and, from a distance, watch the cargo ships make their way in and out of this dynamic commercial port. Hazira Port is also home to the Essar Hazir Ferry, which takes passengers to the coastal town of Diu.

This spacious and contemporary location is not only home to a shopping mall, but it's a stylish business hub with comfortable sitting areas and office spaces. Spend a day window shopping at some of the internationally-famous shops.

This large, contemporary building complex centralizes multiple processes in Surat's diamond industry, from imports and exports to marketing India as a leader in diamonds and gemstone jewelry.

This river in central India flows westward to Surat and opens by picturesque beaches and forests at the Arabian Sea. An abundance of temples lines the river in Surat city.