Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Merged Union Territory on the Arabian Sea
Overview
Quick facts at a glance
A small union territory formed by merging two former Portuguese enclaves, popular for beaches and industrial estates.
History
How Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu came to be
Former Portuguese colonial territories liberated in 1954 (Dadra and Nagar Haveli) and 1961 (Daman and Diu); merged into a single UT in 2020.
Earlier / Historical Names
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli; Daman and Diu (separate UTs before 2020)
Did You Know?
Surprising highlights
Diu retains strong Portuguese colonial architecture.
Silvassa is a hub for small and medium industrial units due to tax incentives.
Culture & Festivals
Living traditions
Folk Dances
- Tarpa dance
Traditional Dress
Tribal Warli attire; Gujarati/Portuguese-influenced dress in Daman-Diu
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Cuisine
Flavours of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Seafood-forward cuisine with Portuguese and Gujarati influences.
Popular Dishes
Tourism & Attractions
Places to explore
Top Attractions
Geography & Nature
The lay of the land
Major Rivers
- Daman Ganga
On the Map of India
Location & land neighbours
Neighbouring States & UTs
- Gujarat
- Maharashtra
Economy & Agriculture
How Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu works
Small-scale industrial units around Silvassa and coastal tourism in Daman and Diu.
Key Industries
- Small-scale manufacturing
- Tourism
Major Crops
- Rice
- Ragi
Infrastructure & Connectivity
Getting around Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Airports
- Diu Airport
Heritage & GI Tags
Craft & legacy
Monuments
Handicrafts
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Sources & Verification
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Sources
- Know India — National Portal of India — Government
- Survey of India — Government
- Ministry of Road Transport & Highways — Government
- Indian Railways (Ministry of Railways) — Government
- Airports Authority of India — Government
- University Grants Commission — Government
Last verified: 02 July 2026 · Facts without a listed source are marked “Verification Pending” and are being audited progressively via the CMS.
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