Kochi

Long blue sea with some fisherman controlling the reigns of the country's economy is an ideal and most inspiring sight of the port Kochi. Kochi, formerly known as the Cochin is called the gate way to Kerala. It is on the South west coast of Indian peninsula with amazing scenic beauty and natural bounty. It can be said that Kochi is the symbol of relation between land and water.

Kochi had always been an interesting spot to the traveler around the world. European, Arabian, Dutch and Portugues were fascinated by the spices and natural resources of Kochi and they started trading here. I t is to Kochi's credit that the city welcomed, endured, survived and finally triumphed over all those who were lured by unfathomably bewitching shores.

Tourist spots in Kochi

Kochi can be best explored in Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, and Ernaculam. A visit to the Fort Kochi will take one to the colonial era. There is history at every second step here. Chinese fishing net, Fort Kochi beach, Vasco Da Gma Square, Dutch cemetery in Fort Kochi gives tourist a brief history of Kochi. Chinese fishing net of China are world famous. These nets are only found in Kochi out side China. Fort Kochi beach is an ideal site for strolling where European style bungalow draw special attention and tourist can enjoy mouth watering traditional cuisines of fresh fish available in small stalls on the coastal stretch.

Dutch Palace in Mattancherry is an interesting place to visit. It was originally built by Portuguese. A huge collections of mural paintings can be seen there. The aroma of salt bakery, and papper has made Mattancherry a spicy place.

Ernakulam is the eastern part of the main land of Kochi. It is the most happening place in Kochi where tourist can get all the modern amenities. M. G. Roar of Ernakulam is famous for shopping, bars and eateries, banks and bourses and gold.

Spots near Kochi

It is really irresistible to come out of Ker ala. So once traveler through with Kochi people can make a trip to the near by places like Kalady, birth place of Shankaracharya. Alleppy, famous for its snake boat race. Cheruthuruthy, the world famous art and culture Academy in Kerala.And Munnar, the famous hill station.

Must do activities

A ferry ride or boat ride across the breath taking blue lagoons and back water offers a glimpse of Kochi's rural life beauty. Be sure to witness the Kathakali performance in any of the art and culture academy in Kochi, it really gives an immense pleasure. And another must do activity is to take stroll in Fort Kochi area to reveal the history behind the city.

Getting there

Kochi is well connected through outthe world. It has got an international airport. Otherwise it is well connected from all the major cities of India.

Lodging

All types of hotels are available in Kochi. Depending upon one's pocket tourist can go for hotels which has got ayurvedic massage facility. To give your taste bud a different taste never forget to grab the traditional sea food of Kerala.