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South India Holidays [ 17 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Mumbai - Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Chennai Excursion - Tirupati- Bangalore - Mysore- Kodaikanal - Trichy - Tanjore - Madurai - Rameshwaram - Madurai excursion - Trivandrum - Alleppey - Cochin - Mumbai |
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Best of Kerala Vacations [ 10 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom - Kovalam - Kanyakumari |
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Kerala Holiday Packages [ 6 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Cochin - Thekkady - Kumarokom - Alleppey - Cochin |
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South India By Rail [ 14 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Chennai - Madurai - Periyar - Trivandrum - Cochin - Bangalore - Mysore - Chennai |
Introduction
Cochin is popularly known as Kochi and is known as the industrial hub of Kerala. This region is popularly known as the "Gateway to South India." This region has a moderate climate by virtue of being extremely close to the sea; in fact Kerala is very close to the Arabian Sea and has the Western Ghats on its eastern side.
Historical Background of Cochin
As far as the history of this region goes, different social researchers and historians have offered different theories. After the ancient seaport of Kodugallur was destroyed in 1340 A.D., Cochin became an important industrial center in South India. Different rulers at different points of time in history ruled the state of Kochi. Kochi has been and is still popular for pepper trade.
Kochi off course has a rich cultural heritage. Among the popular ancient art forms, the Kathakali and Mohiniattam dance forms are still alive. Kochi is also known for artist Raja Ravi Varmas paintings. Besides all these Kochi is popular for its sculptures, temple architecture, martial arts and handicrafts. The institution of drama has deep roots in the history of Kerala
Tourist Attractions in Cochin
Kochi has several tourist attractions. The most important tourist attraction is Fort Kochi, which was maintained by the British. And the St. Francis Church is the oldest European church in India. What attracts tourists to Fort Kochi are the Chinese fishing nets which gives one the feeling as though one has been transported into an another world. Also visit the beaches of Cochin in Kerala, India and get a taste of the stunning natural beauty that seems to be so characteristic of almost the whole of Kerala, South India.
The Parishath Thampuram Museum in Ernakulam is a place worth visiting. The other tourist attractions that you may visit on your tours to Cochin, India are the Bolghatty Palace and the Jewish Synagogue.
There are several areas around Kochi, that are worth visiting; some of these are Thripunithura, Edapally, Parur and Chennamangalam. The annual festival that is held at Ernakulathappan is also an important tourist attraction.
Miscellany
After Mumbai in Maharshtra, India, Cochin happens the second most important commercial center on the western coast of India.
Cochin in Kerala, South India is very well connected by air and rail to the different parts of the country.
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