Cochin Travel GuideCochin, also known as Kochi, is a royal treat in the state of Kerala
(God’s Own Country), South India. With the finest natural harbor in the world Cochin (Kochi) is called the Queen of the Arabian Sea. Cochin or Kochi is really a breathtakingly beautiful city in Kerala, South India. Cochin or Kochi as the enchanting India tourist destination and globally renowned natural port city is an important commercial spot and holiday destination in the beautiful state of Kerala, South India. A royal treat in Kerala, Cochin or Kochi (also popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea) has several beautiful holiday spots to offer its visitors. The beauty of Kochi or Cochin never fails to impress its visitors.
One of the most worth visiting places in Cochin is the famous Mattancherry Dutch Palace. Built in oriental style Dutch Palace was built by Portuguese in 1557 and refurbished by Dutch in 1663. The architecture of the Mattancherry Palace is influenced by the Portuguese style of architecture. Today this magnificent palace is a major landmark in Cochin or Kochi. This palace depicts vast collections of exotic paintings, murals, and portraits of the maharajah of Cochin. Seeing paintings, murals and portraits of this palace is the best way to observe rich tradition of the Hindus through art. The Mattancherry Dutch Palace never fails to impress its visitors with its charm and fascination. During your travel to Cochin or Kochi, don’t miss to pay a visit to this magnificent palace.
Another attraction of Cochin or Kochi city is Fort Cochin or Fort Kochi. Fort Cochin is the European heritage which was built by Portuguese. Fort Kochi is the must visiting landmark in the city of Cochin in Kerala, South India. Fort Cochin is a township in itself. Perhaps your tours to Cochin will be incomplete without paying a visit to Fort Cochin. Don’t miss to visit the European heritage, Fort Cochin during your tours to Cochin, Kerala, India.
When you will in Cochin, you will also see the Chinese Fishing Nets or Vasco da Gama Square. Situated on the shore of Cochin, Chinese Fishing Nets offer an awesome site for its visitors. It is an ideal place for enjoying fishing. The Chinese Fishing Nets have become a very popular tourist destination in the city. Don’t miss to capture the elegant construction of Chinese Fishing Nets in your camera while you are traveling in Cochin in Kerala, South India.
While exploring the Fort Cochin, you will also visit the St. Francis Church which is considered as the pride of Fort Cochin. The church was built in the early 16th century. The land of Cochin is dotted with many attractions. During your tours to Cochin, you will have a brilliant opportunity to these monumental attractions. Pierce Leslie Bungalow, Old Harbour House, Koder House, Delta Study, Santa Cruz Basilica, Vasco House, VOC Gate, the Bishop's House, Dutch Cemetery, Thakur House, David Hall, Cochin Club, Bastion Bungalow, Synagogue, and Cherai Beach are also worth visiting attractions in the city of Cochin or Kochi, Kerala. Welcome to Cochin City.
How to Reach
Cochin
By Air: Cochin is well-connected by all major domestic airlines.
By Rail: Cochin is well-linked by rail with all the major cities of India
By Road: Cochin is connected by surface with all the major cities of Kerala and neighboring states.
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