More popular as
the Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi is a cluster of islands on the
vast expanse of the Vembanad Lake.
Some of these picturesque islands are Bolgatty, Vypeen, Gundu and
Vallarpadam. The lake opens out into the Arabian Sea here to form
one of the finest natural harbours in the world.
It is this natural advantage that has made Lochi a fascinating blend
of the cultures and influences of explorers and traders who visited
this wealthy land.
The Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and Gritish have all left
their mark here.
The Jewish synagogue, the Dutch palace, the Chinese Fishing nets,
and other remnants of European and Asian architecture merge smoothly
into the traditional fabric of the seaport city.
Half the fun of visiting Kochi is moving around on the local several
quaint spots.
Boat cruises from Kochi harbor to Willingdon Island, Mattancherry
Place, the Jewish Synagogue, Fort Kochi and Bolgatty Island. ·
Sunset cruise. · 3 hour backwater village cruises which include
visits to coir villages and coconut plantations.
Kerala Backwaters Destinations
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Alappuzha
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Kumarakom
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Ernakulam |
Kozhikode
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