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Subsequent to Muhammad Sahab-ud-din Ghori, the next mention of Surat is in 1347 A.D., in connection with the rebellion of Gujarat during the reign of Muhammad Tughlak (1325 to 1351). In 1373 A.D., the emperor Firoz Tughlak(1351 to 1388) is said to have built a fort at Surat to protect the town against Bhils. During 15th century, Muzzafar Shah was governor of Suart.
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Surat is on the main Mumbai to Ahmedabad railway line. The 263km trip to Mumbai takes between 41/2 and 61/2 hours and costs Rs 75/310 or Rs 95/310 for a sleeping berth. To Ahmedabad, the 229km trip takes from 31/2 to 41/2 hours and costs Rs 75/250.
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Surat Thani has four main piers, Bandon (in Surat Thani town), Donsak, Tatong and Khanom. While Khanom Pier is operating, both Donsak and Tatong are far more convenient. Avoid using Khanom if possible. The night boat leaves from Bandon Pier as stated below.
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The etymology of "Surat Shabda Yoga" presents its purpose: the "Union of the Soul with the Essence of the Absolute Supreme Being." Other expressions for Surat Shabda Yoga include Sehaj Yoga (an easy path leading to Sehaj or equipoise) The Path of Light and Sound, The Path of the Sants, The Journey of Soul, and The Yoga of the Sound Current.
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The Surat textile industry has grown considerably over time. As per recent figures, textile production in Surat has grown by 10% in the last 5 years, while the market for embroidery has grown from an almost negligible amount to around Rs. 30000 million over the same period.
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Surat is ... well known for its celebrations of Chandi Padvo which usually comes around October. This is the biggest full moon day of the Hindu calendar year. On this day, Surtis buy almost 100 tons of Ghari and other Surati delicacies, then head to Dumas where they have dinner/late night snack under full moon. Suratis are fond of variety of liquors although prohibition of alcohol in the Gujarat state and they do so to celebrate all occasions.
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