TRIP LOG + PIX:26th Nov 2004: Pune Daman Ride - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

satya · 11-18-2004, 09:35 PM

as decided in the neelsi g2g.. some guys from pune r ridin to daman b4 the g2g..
if anybody else from anywhere wants to join us..pl see the neelshi g2g thread..

Here's the plan
26th..~7 am..leave pune 4 mumbai..
reach mumbai by 10 am..have somethin there..buy gloves..preceed towards daman..
reach daman by 1 or 2.. spend the whole day in daman..if possible even the night or then come back to mumbai for a stay..but mostly stay in daman..
27th early morning leave for mumbai n join the mumbai guys for the ride to neelshi..
pl ..atleast some mumbai guys come!!!!!

http://www.xbhp.com/forum/topic.bike...72&whichpage=6
actually..view all the pages from page 4..

Daman And Diu

FACTS & FIGURES

Population : 102,000
Languages : Gujarati, Marathi, Hindi, English
STD Code : Daman 02638; Diu 02875

the jetty rolls in daman can better tibbs frankies anyday..
jetty= seaface
THE EXOTIC TWINS
Known for their beaches and exotic liquors, these twin islands are a tourist's haven for escaping the cacophony of mundane life. Be it the rich historic past or the faint songs of the anglers, everything in Daman and Diu assist in creating a paradise for one in search of tranquility. The forts and churches of the past, and the pubs of today, combine to engender a strange ambience of nostalgia and experience.

LOCATION AND CLIMATE

Daman and Diu lie on the edge of the southern borders of Gujarat, which is situated in western India. The northern side of the isolated island, Diu, facing Gujarat, is a tidal marsh and saltpans, while the southern coast alternates between limestone cliffs, rocky coves and sandy beaches. This wind beaten and somewhat arid island is filled with quarries built by the Portuguese rulers. The rocky and sandy interior reaches a maximum altitude of 29 meters above sea level, and palms and coconut trees strew this island. It is about 786 km from Daman and is bound by Chasi River on the north and the Arabian Sea on the other three sides. Its total area is about 33 sq. km. and is connected to the mainland by two bridges. Daman is an underdeveloped town, with a tropical flavor and its beaches are very welcoming. It was earlier called by the name of Damao and is bound by the Kolak River on the north. The northern part is called Little Daman or Nani Daman and is filled with restaurants while the southern part is called Moti Daman or Big Daman and is known for its ancient architecture. Both the islands enjoy typically maritime climate. The islands are always welcoming to tourists and throughout the year one can enjoy a pleasant atmosphere.

THE PAST

Both these islands are associated with the Portuguese attempts of colonization and one can see its evidence in the rich architecture. These foreign invaders seized Daman in 1531 and formally took it over by 1559 from the last Gujarati king. Attempts to take over Diu had begun from 1531 but the Portuguese were successful only by 1535 taking advantage of the internal conflict of the king and the Mughal emperor, Humayun. After the peace treaty in 1539, the Portuguese took over full control of the island. Both the islands came under Indian rule by as late as 1961.

PLACES TO VISIT

In Daman, one can visit the Fort of St. Jerome at Nani Daman, where there is a Jain temple as well. The 17th-century-old Se Cathedral and the Church of Our Lady of Rosary in Moti Daman are also worth a visit, and one can see the exquisite Portuguese carvings on the walls of these churches. Built in ancient Gothic style, these are a feast for the eyes. The stately Light House, the amusement park and the Gandhi Park at Daman jetty are also places of interest. Among the beaches, Devka beach is the most famous. Others include the Jampore beach, which is of interest to the swimmers and is very near the Gujarat border. The lake garden of Satya Nagar Udyan is famous for its fountains and promenades. In Diu, the Zampa Gateway is of particular interest. It has carvings of lions, angels and a priest and has a chapel inside with an inscription dating back to 1702. The artificial Zampa waterfall is also attractive. St. Paul's Church is the only active church till date. Nearby is the old St. Thomas's Church that has now been taken over by the authorities and converted into the Diu Museum. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi has been converted to a hospital. The Marwar memorial commemorates the victory over the Portuguese. The massive fort built in 1541 is now weathered and weak. It is of major tourist interest. Other places include Jallandhar and Gangeshwar temple. The Nagoa beach is the most famous in Diu. Gomptimata, Chakratirth and the beautiful Sunset Point are the other famous beaches. The Jama Masjid is also famous.

SITES NEARBY

The 1000-feet-high hill resort of Saputara near Daman is quite famous. The name means the Abode of Serpents and one can see a holy serpent image on the banks of the river Sarpaganga. To visit Mahal Bardipara Forest Wildlife Sanctuary (60 km) and the Gira Waterfalls (52 km) Saputara is a popular base. Fudam, near Diu town, has a big church dedicated to Our Lady of Remedies. At the western frontiers of the island, Vanakbara has a Church to Our Lady of Mercy, a fort, a lighthouse, and a fishing fleet.

HOW TO REACH

Daman is provided with an airport and is connected to Baroda and Mumbai. Only traveler's cheques are exchangeable. The main railhead is Vapi, which is 10 km away. Vapi is about 170 km from Mumbai and 90 km from Surat. For Diu, there are regular air services of Gujarat State Airlines that fly to Mumbai. The nearest railhead is Delwada, 8 km from Diu. It is located between Una and Ghoghla.

WHERE TO STAY AND WHAT TO EAT

In Daman, most of the cheap hotels are located on Seaface Road. There are many decent places to stay at the beach sites. In February, Daman is known for its papri, which are boiled, sweet and salty peas. Crab and lobsters are delicacies in October. The streets of Daman have bars that sell beer, Scotch whisky and feni. Tody is also found in abundance. Most restaurants have their own eating points. Food in Diu can be very cheap to expensive. Good seafood and Chinese dishes deserve special mention. With some luck, one can also taste Parsee food here.

LOOKOUT FOR

One is forbidden to take alcohol out of Daman into Gujarat unless there is a permit. The local police authorities are quite strict about the implementation of prohibition.

BOOO · 11-18-2004, 11:13 PM

whats the total expenditure?

sachinontop · 11-18-2004, 11:16 PM

wow... nice explanation & detailing...!
map is pretty neat ...!

turbocharged · 11-18-2004, 11:21 PM

Hehhehe,we are gonna Njoi to da core satya,arent we???

satya · 11-18-2004, 11:46 PM

@booo::the total distance 4 the 3 days out of which one day is pune daman ride and the next 2 days is the neelshi g2g..
the total distance will be arnd 1000 km out of which pune daman is 400, daman mumbai is 200, mumbai neelshi(with g2g and back to pune) will be another 300 km max..
so the total wil be ~90 - 1000 km..3 days
so fuel expenditure, food n drinks..acco is mostly free in daman..add to that the stay expenditure of the neelshi g2g..
so the total cost will be:
fuel for 600 km+food(200 max)+staying if needed(200 max)..
considering 30 kmpl from the karizma..rs1000 for fuel..400 others..+ neelshi stay..

@turbo:: man..all r body muscles n blood cells r gonna enjoy man~~~!!!

total cost of these 3 days will be around 2k..
-0-------------------------------------------------------------------
again in detail:
pune-mumbai:170 km max (fuel cost,shopping if u want+eating)
mumbai to daman-200 km max(fuel + lunch)
roaming in daman- 50 km max..daman is pretty small
drags,stunts etc
mostly the accomodation is free..but if that does not happen..well find some decent place to rest r backs..so carry arnd Rs300 max for acomodation..
food - rs200.. drinks(optional)- you decide..who want to..can
those who want to shop in daman..its pretty cheap.. get nice chocolates n time pass smuggled stuff there

then the ride back to mumbai-200km(fuel +eating)
after that mumbai to neelshi(??km,eating sleeping) and finally the ride back to pune..
so accotring to all this..calculate your expenditure

Technocrat · 11-19-2004, 01:03 AM

Can anybody bring camera ??

satya · 11-19-2004, 02:55 AM

a good camera..
i dont have a good 1..
preferably digital..with lots of memory for the neelshi g2g even..
lets see techno..if rash turns up..we have a cameraman 4 free...lol

can some mumbai guy arrange for 1..??
@sunny:can u get this thread on the mainpage??

bhatiaj · 11-19-2004, 03:07 AM

Hey,

let me fine tune & streamline satya's plan

distances (one side)
Mumbai-Daman 150kms
Mumbai-neelshi--170kms(Max)
Mumbai-Pune--200 approx (depends on where u are starting from)

max kms for the three day trip should be well whithin 1800-2000 kms

fuel expenses depends on ur bike, average, riding style, etc, etc
food per day per head should not be more that 350-400 including ciggi's, pan, gutkha, etc, etc
stay 2 nights is all that we need 300 max per night (assuming the free stay @ Daman does not work out)

PS : Guys do u know why satya has planned this Daman trip? he cant wait too long to finish the runnin of his new dtsiiiiyyyyy

bhatiaj · 11-19-2004, 03:13 AM

Hey,

i got a camera, but not a digital its an age old analog, shall try for the digital camera

hi-octain · 11-19-2004, 09:32 AM

hay i wanna com but 1000 km is a pain in the bum.
what bout the neelshi trip.

11-18-2004, 09:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
satya Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Pune, MH, India. Posts: 182	TRIP LOG + PIX:26th Nov 2004: Pune Daman Ride as decided in the neelsi g2g.. some guys from pune r ridin to daman b4 the g2g.. if anybody else from anywhere wants to join us..pl see the neelshi g2g thread.. Here's the plan 26th..~7 am..leave pune 4 mumbai.. reach mumbai by 10 am..have somethin there..buy gloves..preceed towards daman.. reach daman by 1 or 2.. spend the whole day in daman..if possible even the night or then come back to mumbai for a stay..but mostly stay in daman.. 27th early morning leave for mumbai n join the mumbai guys for the ride to neelshi.. pl ..atleast some mumbai guys come!!!!! http://www.xbhp.com/forum/topic.bike...72&whichpage=6 actually..view all the pages from page 4.. Daman And Diu FACTS & FIGURES Population : 102,000 Languages : Gujarati, Marathi, Hindi, English STD Code : Daman 02638; Diu 02875 the jetty rolls in daman can better tibbs frankies anyday.. jetty= seaface THE EXOTIC TWINS Known for their beaches and exotic liquors, these twin islands are a tourist's haven for escaping the cacophony of mundane life. Be it the rich historic past or the faint songs of the anglers, everything in Daman and Diu assist in creating a paradise for one in search of tranquility. The forts and churches of the past, and the pubs of today, combine to engender a strange ambience of nostalgia and experience. LOCATION AND CLIMATE Daman and Diu lie on the edge of the southern borders of Gujarat, which is situated in western India. The northern side of the isolated island, Diu, facing Gujarat, is a tidal marsh and saltpans, while the southern coast alternates between limestone cliffs, rocky coves and sandy beaches. This wind beaten and somewhat arid island is filled with quarries built by the Portuguese rulers. The rocky and sandy interior reaches a maximum altitude of 29 meters above sea level, and palms and coconut trees strew this island. It is about 786 km from Daman and is bound by Chasi River on the north and the Arabian Sea on the other three sides. Its total area is about 33 sq. km. and is connected to the mainland by two bridges. Daman is an underdeveloped town, with a tropical flavor and its beaches are very welcoming. It was earlier called by the name of Damao and is bound by the Kolak River on the north. The northern part is called Little Daman or Nani Daman and is filled with restaurants while the southern part is called Moti Daman or Big Daman and is known for its ancient architecture. Both the islands enjoy typically maritime climate. The islands are always welcoming to tourists and throughout the year one can enjoy a pleasant atmosphere. THE PAST Both these islands are associated with the Portuguese attempts of colonization and one can see its evidence in the rich architecture. These foreign invaders seized Daman in 1531 and formally took it over by 1559 from the last Gujarati king. Attempts to take over Diu had begun from 1531 but the Portuguese were successful only by 1535 taking advantage of the internal conflict of the king and the Mughal emperor, Humayun. After the peace treaty in 1539, the Portuguese took over full control of the island. Both the islands came under Indian rule by as late as 1961. PLACES TO VISIT In Daman, one can visit the Fort of St. Jerome at Nani Daman, where there is a Jain temple as well. The 17th-century-old Se Cathedral and the Church of Our Lady of Rosary in Moti Daman are also worth a visit, and one can see the exquisite Portuguese carvings on the walls of these churches. Built in ancient Gothic style, these are a feast for the eyes. The stately Light House, the amusement park and the Gandhi Park at Daman jetty are also places of interest. Among the beaches, Devka beach is the most famous. Others include the Jampore beach, which is of interest to the swimmers and is very near the Gujarat border. The lake garden of Satya Nagar Udyan is famous for its fountains and promenades. In Diu, the Zampa Gateway is of particular interest. It has carvings of lions, angels and a priest and has a chapel inside with an inscription dating back to 1702. The artificial Zampa waterfall is also attractive. St. Paul's Church is the only active church till date. Nearby is the old St. Thomas's Church that has now been taken over by the authorities and converted into the Diu Museum. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi has been converted to a hospital. The Marwar memorial commemorates the victory over the Portuguese. The massive fort built in 1541 is now weathered and weak. It is of major tourist interest. Other places include Jallandhar and Gangeshwar temple. The Nagoa beach is the most famous in Diu. Gomptimata, Chakratirth and the beautiful Sunset Point are the other famous beaches. The Jama Masjid is also famous. SITES NEARBY The 1000-feet-high hill resort of Saputara near Daman is quite famous. The name means the Abode of Serpents and one can see a holy serpent image on the banks of the river Sarpaganga. To visit Mahal Bardipara Forest Wildlife Sanctuary (60 km) and the Gira Waterfalls (52 km) Saputara is a popular base. Fudam, near Diu town, has a big church dedicated to Our Lady of Remedies. At the western frontiers of the island, Vanakbara has a Church to Our Lady of Mercy, a fort, a lighthouse, and a fishing fleet. HOW TO REACH Daman is provided with an airport and is connected to Baroda and Mumbai. Only traveler's cheques are exchangeable. The main railhead is Vapi, which is 10 km away. Vapi is about 170 km from Mumbai and 90 km from Surat. For Diu, there are regular air services of Gujarat State Airlines that fly to Mumbai. The nearest railhead is Delwada, 8 km from Diu. It is located between Una and Ghoghla. WHERE TO STAY AND WHAT TO EAT In Daman, most of the cheap hotels are located on Seaface Road. There are many decent places to stay at the beach sites. In February, Daman is known for its papri, which are boiled, sweet and salty peas. Crab and lobsters are delicacies in October. The streets of Daman have bars that sell beer, Scotch whisky and feni. Tody is also found in abundance. Most restaurants have their own eating points. Food in Diu can be very cheap to expensive. Good seafood and Chinese dishes deserve special mention. With some luck, one can also taste Parsee food here. LOOKOUT FOR One is forbidden to take alcohol out of Daman into Gujarat unless there is a permit. The local police authorities are quite strict about the implementation of prohibition. __________________ Rubber Smokin\' Angel!!!!!

11-18-2004, 11:13 PM	#2 (permalink)
BOOO twist twist twist Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 172	whats the total expenditure? __________________ Ride with Angels

11-18-2004, 11:16 PM	#3 (permalink)
sachinontop Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Delhi, India. Posts: 378	wow... nice explanation & detailing...! map is pretty neat ...! __________________ vrrrooooooommm....BOOMMM...! Heard the sonic boom? Yeah, it was me...!

11-18-2004, 11:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
turbocharged Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Currently in Nagpur Posts: 143	Hehhehe,we are gonna Njoi to da core satya,arent we??? __________________ Setting off speedguns since 1984....

11-18-2004, 11:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
satya Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Pune, MH, India. Posts: 182	@booo::the total distance 4 the 3 days out of which one day is pune daman ride and the next 2 days is the neelshi g2g.. the total distance will be arnd 1000 km out of which pune daman is 400, daman mumbai is 200, mumbai neelshi(with g2g and back to pune) will be another 300 km max.. so the total wil be ~90 - 1000 km..3 days so fuel expenditure, food n drinks..acco is mostly free in daman..add to that the stay expenditure of the neelshi g2g.. so the total cost will be: fuel for 600 km+food(200 max)+staying if needed(200 max).. considering 30 kmpl from the karizma..rs1000 for fuel..400 others..+ neelshi stay.. @turbo:: man..all r body muscles n blood cells r gonna enjoy man~~~!!! total cost of these 3 days will be around 2k.. -0------------------------------------------------------------------- again in detail: pune-mumbai:170 km max (fuel cost,shopping if u want+eating) mumbai to daman-200 km max(fuel + lunch) roaming in daman- 50 km max..daman is pretty small drags,stunts etc mostly the accomodation is free..but if that does not happen..well find some decent place to rest r backs..so carry arnd Rs300 max for acomodation.. food - rs200.. drinks(optional)- you decide..who want to..can those who want to shop in daman..its pretty cheap.. get nice chocolates n time pass smuggled stuff there then the ride back to mumbai-200km(fuel +eating) after that mumbai to neelshi(??km,eating sleeping) and finally the ride back to pune.. so accotring to all this..calculate your expenditure __________________ Rubber Smokin\' Angel!!!!!

11-19-2004, 01:03 AM	#6 (permalink)
Technocrat Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: New York Posts: 884	Can anybody bring camera ?? __________________ Racing Throttle Response

11-19-2004, 02:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
satya Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Pune, MH, India. Posts: 182	a good camera.. i dont have a good 1.. preferably digital..with lots of memory for the neelshi g2g even.. lets see techno..if rash turns up..we have a cameraman 4 free...lol can some mumbai guy arrange for 1..?? @sunny:can u get this thread on the mainpage?? __________________ Rubber Smokin\' Angel!!!!!

11-19-2004, 03:07 AM	#8 (permalink)
bhatiaj Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Posts: 113	Hey, let me fine tune & streamline satya's plan distances (one side) Mumbai-Daman 150kms Mumbai-neelshi--170kms(Max) Mumbai-Pune--200 approx (depends on where u are starting from) max kms for the three day trip should be well whithin 1800-2000 kms fuel expenses depends on ur bike, average, riding style, etc, etc food per day per head should not be more that 350-400 including ciggi's, pan, gutkha, etc, etc stay 2 nights is all that we need 300 max per night (assuming the free stay @ Daman does not work out) PS : Guys do u know why satya has planned this Daman trip? he cant wait too long to finish the runnin of his new dtsiiiiyyyyy __________________ http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...nking_Fast.jpg Cornering To The Max

11-19-2004, 03:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
bhatiaj Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Posts: 113	Hey, i got a camera, but not a digital its an age old analog, shall try for the digital camera __________________ http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...nking_Fast.jpg Cornering To The Max

11-19-2004, 09:32 AM	#10 (permalink)
hi-octain Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: mumbai, maharashtra, India. Posts: 54	hay i wanna com but 1000 km is a pain in the bum. what bout the neelshi trip.

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