But come October and March bring some real good time for the eager visitors of Surat. The weather is at its nicest.
The resorts -- such as Hajira, a holiday home beach resort fringed by feathery 'Casurina' trees, and beaches – such as Tithal with superb cottage accommodations, are fully-booked for family fun.
After a good wade in the waters, visitors should try Surat’s famous textile market and scout the nearby bazaars and bargain alleys to grab some of the famous exquisite zaris, fine silks and intricate brocades sometimes woven with gold and silver threads like the Tanchoi, Gajee and Kinkhab styles.
And since Surat was once an important diamond-cutting center, one may chance upon some diamond pieces left and hustled for sale – nil, but who knows? For a breather, one may want to be a history buff for a day and get a chunk of Surat’s glorious history. |
