Surat Castle

Surat Castle

In 1540, Sultan Mahmud III had this castle built with extra strength for protection against Portugese raids. It is now filled with government offices, but you can go up to the top for a marvelous view of the city and Tapi river.

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Dutch Cemetery

Dutch Cemetery

The Dutch as well as Armenian cemeteries at Surat are situated in a locality known as 'Gulam Falia' near the mail road leading to Katargam Gate. The Dutch tombs are of various sizes and shapes, but the one that excels all the rest in magnificence is the grandiose mausoleum of Baron Adrian Van Reede...

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British Cemetery

British Cemetery

The cemeteries have been declared as protected monuments, but they still show signs of deterioration, both from natural weathering and from human visitors.

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