Cochin (Ernakulam) |
| Cochin, apart being the largest city in the state has many other specialties. Cochin also known as Kochi and Ernakulam has been heralded as the Queen of Arabian Sea. Kochi is the commercial capital of Kerala.
Kochi is a modern city with a harbor, an International Airport and a two major railway stations
Kochi is paradise for the tourist's as there are many fascinating places to be visited here. |
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Tourist Attractions in Cochin |
Marine Drive |
The one place in Kochi where one is sure to love is Marine Drive. It is located in the heart of the city, probable the most posh area. Marine drive is almost one Km long along the lake over looking the wharf. It is a very calm place totally unaffected by the disturbances of the city. It is really the best place in Ernakulam to relax during the evenings. There are two beautiful rain bow bridges across the backwaters along the walk way. |
Wellington Island |
| This is a manmade island constructed by the British and name after the erstwhile Viceroy Lord Wellington. The island is a place of great strategic and commercial importance. It has the Southern Naval Command-Kattari Bagh, the Port Trust head Quarters, offices of many trading companies international hotels etc You can reach the island either through road or by boat. |
Jewish Synagogue |
| This synagogue was built in 1568 AD. It is the oldest synagogue in common wealth countries. This is located at Mattanchery.In the synagogue one can still find the scrolls of the Old Testament and the copper plates which are preserved with great care. |
St. Francis Church Fort Kochi |
| It is located in Fort Kochi. Vasco da Gama - the first European Navigator who landed in India was buried in here in 1524. The church was initially built in wood. |
Santa Cruz Bascillica Fort Kochi |
This Roman Catholic Church is really a supreme example of the Portuguese architecture of the 15th century.
It is a specimen of portugese architecture built in 1503. Murals done with watercolors on wet plaster - Frescoes -decorate the interior parts of the church, even the ceilings. |
Bhoothathankettu |
| Bhoothathankettu is situated 50 Kms from Ernakulam city. The reservoir with it fearsome name is located in a dense forest. The Salim Ali bird Sanctuary is located nearby. The boating through the reservoir is more than a rejoicing experience which you should never miss. |
Cherai Beach |
| It is the most famous beach in Ernakulam district. The calm and shallow beach with its beautiful landscapes and nearby paddy fields provides the best place for relaxing and rejuvenating. Recreational activities like boat cruising, cultural event etc are the other specialties of this place. Excellent accommodation facilities of international standards are available in Cherai Island. |
Bolghatty Palace |
Bolgatty Island could be accessible by boats from the Marine drive. It is 3 kms from the main land. The main attraction here is the palace built by Duth in 1774 and later it was the seat of the British resident of Kochi.The palm trees and golf course together adds beauty to this place. |
Parikshit Thampuran Museum |
| It is located near the Darbar Hall Road, Cochin. The museum has a wide collection of paintings of 19th century, old coins, mural paintings, other sculptures etc. |
Hill Palace Thripoonithara |
Hill palace, located 13 kms from the cochin city is the house of many royal icons. Epigraphies in dried palm leaves, majestic beds paintings, etchings, weapons and carvings can be seen here. |
Kalady |
| It is the birth place of the great Advaita Philosopher - Adi Shankaracharya. There are three important temples here. |
Malayattoor |
The most important Christian Pilgrim center of Kerala. The St.Thomas church, the imprint of the foot of the Apostle and the great well believed to have healing effect are the main attractions here. |
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