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Kochi

Kochi’s Enduring Appeal

Kochi is not one of India’s younger cities, nor is it one of the more obscure. In fact, the city has long served as a critical port for the spice trade, making it known to both East and West from ancient times. Indeed, its official icons—Chinese giant fishing nets lined up at Fort Kochi Beach—are old gifts, provided to Kochi’s king by the emperor of China in the 14th century.

Its history as one of the great ports of the Arabian Sea has served to ensure that this city’s cultural melting pot has regular infusions of flavor from other shores. This is a place where the culturally-relevant heritage structures are not just Indian (or Chinese, as may be gleaned from the earlier note about the fishing nets) but also Portuguese, Dutch, and even Jewish.

Kochi is rich with temples, shrines and synagogues. It is also the site of the St. Francis Church—the place where Vasco de Gama was originally buried. It has centuries-old Dutch bungalows like David Hall. It also has palaces and forts aplenty, the most noteworthy of which would be the Hill Palace and the Dutch Palace. The former’s museum boasts the blindingly glittery Cochin royal crown and the latter has, among other things, a room where the entirety of the Ramayana and Mahabharata are depicted in a single sweeping opus on the walls.

Festivals also add to the list of attractions for the city. Kochi has some of the country’s biggest festivals—the Kochi festival is internationally renowned for its spectacles—and also hosts the second-biggest fireworks festival in India, for example. There are eco-villages for tourists to visit, as well as an internationally-known bird sanctuary. Amazing goods make their way here from the seas as well as through the skilled hands of local talents, making shopping superb. And then there is the food…

Kochi’s unique melting pot of influences renders it a true attraction for anyone passing by Kerala. Set against the scenic shimmer of the Arabian Sea, this gem of a city offers attractions both ancient and advanced, giving tourists a well-rounded, never-boring experience.

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Fun Things to Do When Visiting Fort Kochi Beach

July 29, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Fort Kochi Beach is an excellent beach front located in the city of Kochi, Kerala, India. The long shoreline provides a very beautiful view to all its visitors. Each year, beach facilitators organize a sports fest, usually during the final week of December. The event attracts so many tourists from all over the world. This beach in the state of Kerala provides plenty of opportunities to experience a variety of thrills.

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Fort Kochi Beach

One of the best activities to do in this splendid beach in Fort Kochi is trying out adventure sports. Tourists are able to practice water sports such as Catamaran sailing, canoeing, kayaking, Para sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving and wind surfing. …

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All about the Remarkable Museum of Kerala History in Kochi City, India

July 28, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The Museum of Kerala History is not just a typical museum. This museum narrates the history of Kerala with such informative and spectacular sound and light displays. Here, the stories are represented in line with the lives of 87 notable instrumental personalities that have shaped the path of Kerala’s future. The museum highlights everything, starting from the earliest years of Kerala to its modern age. This attracts so many locals, students, tourists and intellectuals.

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Museum of Kerala History

As the narration begins, the shows emphasize the social, literary and cultural aspect of the state of Kerala. The displays cover the entire history of the state over the last 2000 years. Some of the earliest people in Kerala are the Senguttavan, Ilango Venmani, Nannan …

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What are the Great Finds at Jew Street in Kochi?

July 27, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The Jew Street in Kochi used to be among the world’s oldest Jewish communities. However, many of the Jewish people who were living in the area moved to Israel. Now, the street has become a popular shopping area in Fort Kochi. The Jew Street is a very quiet place compared to its nearby Market Road.

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Jew Street in Kochi

At one time, the street used to belong only to the Jewish inhabitants. Even though the Jews have left the place, some of their traditions are still being recognized. Apart from that, the street is also a great place to shop in Kochi. Some of the things sold here are Ayurvedic …

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Why Fort Kochi Has Become a Very Significant Landmark in Kerala, India

July 31, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The city of Kochi has a district that is called Fort Kochi. This region is part of a number of other districts that are belonging to the south-west of mainland Kochi. This place in the state of Kerala, India is usually called the West Kochi or Old Kochi. Next to the district is Mattancherry.

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St. Francis Church

Eventful History of Fort Kochi

During the B.C. era, the district used to be a secluded place covered with mangrove woods. The sand banks and lawns were made as the sea level went higher. This is …

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Advice Regarding What to Wear in Kochi during Your Visit

July 30, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Before visiting Kochi, Kerala in India, you first need to know what the appropriate clothing to wear is. Since India is a country of conservative people and culture, visitors coming here are often cautioned of following a particular dress code. Knowing what to wear in Kochi is very important to avoid offending the locals, since wearing the wrong choice of clothes is an act of being rude.

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Casual wear when wandering the beach of Kochi

There are two very important reasons as to why it is essential to be mindful about the clothes you wear while visiting India. The primary reason is to keep you from …

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How to Enjoy an Educational Trip to Kochi’s Hill Palace

July 29, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The Thripunithura Hill Palace, which now serves as a museum, is Kerala’s largest archeological museum. It used to be the official residence of the royal family in Kochi. The palace, which is located at about 12 km off the city of Kochi, was built in 1865. The palace has a total of 49 buildings that is enclosed by 52 acres of land, lawns, ponds and fountains. The architectural design of the palace follows the traditional Kerala style.

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Magnificent Hill Palace in Kochi

Apart from the museum, the compound also houses a deer park, children’s park, heritage museum and a pre-historic park. The place is a home to a variety of rare …

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