TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN KOCHI
Kochi is Also known as Cochin is a major port city on the south west coast of India bordering the Arabian Sea.It is part of the district of Ernakulam in the state of Kerala often referred to as Ernakulam. Called the queen of Arabian Sea Kochi was an important spice trading center on the west coast of India from the 14th century onwards. Adorned by the enchanting charm of Arabian sea and the mighty vembanadu lake Kochi is one of the hottest tourism destination in Kerala aswell as whole over India. Kochi is a mix of old and modern day world. Kochi has a mixed culture influenced by Portuguese,Dutch and the British.Rated as one of the 50 great places to visit in life time by National Geographic Travel magazine Kochi is truly a meeting point of history and Culture.
following are the top places to visit in Kochi for your next trip to Kochi.
1.FORT KOCHI
A charming sea side area with its history of Dutch Portuguese and colonial era.All the buildings and streets of fortkochi will take you to some European historical town beacause of its European architecture. ST.Francis Church of Fort Kochi was the original burial site of Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama.The Chinese fishing nets along the Vasco da gama square, Santa Cruz Basilica,St Francisn Church , VOC Gate, Bastion Bungalow etc are major attractions in Fort Kochi.
2.MATTANCHERRY
Once Mattancherry was a bustling center of trade.Invasions from all across the sea left behind unforgettable marks in its landscape,and social history of the place. Mattancherry has welcomed all migrant communities and today it has communities like Jews, Konkani, Gujarathi, Jains and Marathi made this place their home.All the communities live here with harmony and Churches, Agraharams ,Mosques coexist in the area along with the buildings of the colonial era,painting to vibrant past an harmonious present.
3.MARINE DRIVE
Marine drive is a picturous place that is built facing the backwaters and is a popular vibrant hangout place for people.Marine drive is also the economic thriving part of the city of kochi. Major fast food chains including Marry brown, Dimark, Coffee bars are present along the walkway.The view of setting sun and the cool breeze from the Vembanad lake has made marine drive an important tourist attraction
4.LULU MALL
Lulu International shopping mall is the largest shopping mall in India in terms total area.A hotel and convention center is also built along with the project.It has 225 outlets including food courts,restaurants,family entertainment centers,A multyplux, Ice skating rink, gaming arena, Beauty parlours etc.It is one of the most visited places in Kerala.
5.WONDERLA AMUSEMENT PARK
Wondarla is amusement park feauturing land and water rides including options for small kids, plus 3 d films
6.VYPEEN ISLAND
The vypeen island is almost 27 km long is connected to mainland Kochi by a series of bridges.The western coast of Vypeen has the longest beach in kochi namely Cherai beach, Kozhuppally beach,and Puthuvypeen beach.
7.KERALA FOLKLORE MUSEUM
Kerala folklore Museum is a unique venture to preserve the splendid wealth of the state.The museum showcases the rich heritage of Kerala's art an dance forms
8.MANGALAVANAM BIRD SANCTUARTY
8.Mangalavanam is an ecologically sensitive area in Kochi.It houses a shallow tidal lake connected with Kochi backwaters by a canal.It is a nesting ground for a large variety of migratory birds and supports many types of mangrooves.Mangalavanam is often regarded as the green lung of Kochi considering its role in keeping the city's air pollution under check.
9.KERALA KADHAKALI CENTER
Founded in 1990, this traditional arts center presents masked kathakali dance shows and martial arts
10.ERNAKULAM FORT KOCHI FERRY
The state owned KSWTC operate frequent daily service from Ernakulam jetty.The peaceful journey through the mighty vembanad lake will definitely worth your time
following are the top places to visit in Kochi for your next trip to Kochi.
1.FORT KOCHI
A charming sea side area with its history of Dutch Portuguese and colonial era.All the buildings and streets of fortkochi will take you to some European historical town beacause of its European architecture. ST.Francis Church of Fort Kochi was the original burial site of Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama.The Chinese fishing nets along the Vasco da gama square, Santa Cruz Basilica,St Francisn Church , VOC Gate, Bastion Bungalow etc are major attractions in Fort Kochi.
2.MATTANCHERRY
Once Mattancherry was a bustling center of trade.Invasions from all across the sea left behind unforgettable marks in its landscape,and social history of the place. Mattancherry has welcomed all migrant communities and today it has communities like Jews, Konkani, Gujarathi, Jains and Marathi made this place their home.All the communities live here with harmony and Churches, Agraharams ,Mosques coexist in the area along with the buildings of the colonial era,painting to vibrant past an harmonious present.
3.MARINE DRIVE
Marine drive is a picturous place that is built facing the backwaters and is a popular vibrant hangout place for people.Marine drive is also the economic thriving part of the city of kochi. Major fast food chains including Marry brown, Dimark, Coffee bars are present along the walkway.The view of setting sun and the cool breeze from the Vembanad lake has made marine drive an important tourist attraction
4.LULU MALL
Lulu International shopping mall is the largest shopping mall in India in terms total area.A hotel and convention center is also built along with the project.It has 225 outlets including food courts,restaurants,family entertainment centers,A multyplux, Ice skating rink, gaming arena, Beauty parlours etc.It is one of the most visited places in Kerala.
5.WONDERLA AMUSEMENT PARK
Wondarla is amusement park feauturing land and water rides including options for small kids, plus 3 d films
6.VYPEEN ISLAND
The vypeen island is almost 27 km long is connected to mainland Kochi by a series of bridges.The western coast of Vypeen has the longest beach in kochi namely Cherai beach, Kozhuppally beach,and Puthuvypeen beach.
7.KERALA FOLKLORE MUSEUM
Kerala folklore Museum is a unique venture to preserve the splendid wealth of the state.The museum showcases the rich heritage of Kerala's art an dance forms
8.MANGALAVANAM BIRD SANCTUARTY
8.Mangalavanam is an ecologically sensitive area in Kochi.It houses a shallow tidal lake connected with Kochi backwaters by a canal.It is a nesting ground for a large variety of migratory birds and supports many types of mangrooves.Mangalavanam is often regarded as the green lung of Kochi considering its role in keeping the city's air pollution under check.
9.KERALA KADHAKALI CENTER
Founded in 1990, this traditional arts center presents masked kathakali dance shows and martial arts
10.ERNAKULAM FORT KOCHI FERRY
The state owned KSWTC operate frequent daily service from Ernakulam jetty.The peaceful journey through the mighty vembanad lake will definitely worth your time
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