History of Surat

The history of Surat dates back to the Mahabharata era. This was around the year 3000 B.C. It is believed that Surat was the place where Lord Krishna stopped with his cows. It is one of the most important chapters in the Surat history. In the past, Surat was believed to be a trading city on the western coast near Gujarat. Around the 16th century, many erudite Brahmins called the place Suryapur.

Surat history derives its origin from the logbooks of sailors and merchants who traveled to various regions especially the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean in search of business and trade opportunities. The history of Surat is simply magnificent. It boasts of some of the most glorious events in India like the Dandi March Salt Satyagraha movement for independence led by the great Mahatma Gandhi.

Another important information about Surat history is the settlement of a Hindu trader in the city. His success lured many other Hindu merchants to the land. They exported silk, spices, muslin and porcelain to China, Malacca and Sumatra. Surat history also pictures the fight between Portuguese and the British for the rule over Surat and its waters.

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