HiSurat, a city with a history spanning over 2,000 years, has long been a significant center of commerce and culture. Known as the "Gateway to the West," it was once a thriving trade hub that connected India with the rest of the world,
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particularly during the Mughal era. Its strategic location along the Tapi River made it a focal point for merchants, artisans, and explorers, who traded goods ranging from textiles to spices, silk, and precious metals. Surat's bustling ports attracted traders from Persia, Europe, and Africa, shaping it into one of the wealthiest cities in the subcontinent.
