Surat is one of the popular cities of Gujarat and is one of the major commercial hub of the state. This is the second largest city situated in the bank of River Tapti. The place is famous for diamond and diamond cutting industry is one of the major industries of the city. The city has a rich history and culture and this is depicted by the historical heritages in the city. The city finds its mention even in the great epic of Mahabharata. The place hosts several tourist spots and the Surat Castle is the most famous among all. Some of the other tourist attractions are Dutch Garden, Sardar Patel Museum, Rangupavan, Dumas (sea side) and Textile Market.The ancient temple of Chintanamani Jain is also a major religious place in the city.