Dumas Beach

Dumas Beach is a rural beach along the Arabian Sea, located southwest of the city of Surat in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is a popular tourist destination in South Gujarat. It is said to be haunted and was a burial site.

Places of interest

Apart from its scenic beach, Dumas offers several other attractions for visitors. One notable site is the Dariya Ganesh Temple, situated right next to the main beach. The lively promenade is lined with various shops selling Indian snacks such as Bhajiya, including the famous "Lashkari Tomato Bhajiya," Pav Bhaji, and sweet corn roasted on charcoal. Visitors can also enjoy Indian Chinese cuisine from the numerous food stalls. Additionally, there are several restaurants in Dumas that serve delicious Punjabi food and a variety of vegetarian Indian dishes, catering to different tastes and preferences.

Accessibility

boasts excellent connectivity, making Dumas Beach easily accessible for visitors. Here is a breakdown of transportation options:

Road: Surat is well-connected by road to major cities like Ahmedabad, Vadodara, and Mumbai. Both government and private buses operate from Surat's eastern bus stations.
Train: The nearest railway station is Surat Junction, located approximately from Dumas Beach. The journey takes about 39 minutes by train.
Air: Surat Airport, situated around kilometers from the beach, offers the fastest travel option with a travel time of roughly 12 minutes.

Urban legends

Because the beach was believed to be a burial site, the beach is said to be cursed. Residents living near the beach got creepy vibes and feared going there. This is the most valid reason given by the locals and this can be investigated, to have more clear evidence, but till now we are not sure of any new seen or heard stories.