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Cochin is a major sea- port in the state of Kerala. It is situated on the west coast of India and has a splendid history of its own, as it was the first European colony in India. It is the largest city in Kerala and lies about 220 km from Thiruvananthapuram and 180 km from Kozhikode.
TOURIST DESTINATIONS:
Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi
These fishing nets have an ancient history that the Chinese rulers have put up these nets. These fishing nets signify the uniqueness of Cochin.
Fort Kochi beach
A walk along the Kochi Beach is a memorable experience. The beach is serene overlooking the Arabian Sea. It is a place not to be missed by any tourist visiting Cochin.
St. Francis Church, Fort Kochi
This church was built by the Europeans in India and is said to be the oldest church in India.
Vasco House, Fort Kochi
Vasco Da Gama is believed to have stayed in this house. This is the oldest Portuguese house in India.
Santa Cruz Basilica, Fort Kochi
This church was built by the Portuguese in 1505.
Jewish Synagogue and Jew Town, Mattancherry
Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace), Mattancherry
Bolghatty Palace, Bolghatty Island
Hill Palace, Tripunithura
Palliport (Pallipuram) Fort
Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary
Museum of Kerala History, Kalamassery
Parikshith Thampuran Museum
Cherai Beach
Veega Land
Marine Drive
Willingdon Island
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kaloor
HOTELS:
Old Courtyard Hotel and Restaurant
Hotel Arches
Brunton Boatyard
Koder House
Grande Residencia
SHOPPING:
Marine drive is the place where one would like to shop for accessories like perfumes, bags, suitcases and even music cassettes and CDs.
For electronic items and mobile phones one can visit The Penta Menaka complex.
MG road is famous for readymade garments, jewelry, textiles, handicrafts, etc. Broadway is another fgamous shopping center.
HOW TO REACH THERE:
Air:
The Cochin international airport has air connectivity to almost every place in India. It has international flights also to some major destinations and the airport is situated just 25 km from the city center.
Railways:
Cochin has two major railway stations – Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town. These two stations have connectivity to almost every major place in India.
Roads:
Cochin is well connected to all the major towns and cities in south India. There are bus services run by all major bus operators between Cochin and other major places. Several state highways connect Cochin to other places of South India.
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