When you set out to Cochin you can't help recognize the excellent mixing of the frontier past and the differences of current India. Cochin, the business capital of India is a delightful sea city portrays as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea".
Excursions from Cochin can be made to Thripunithura, which houses the accumulations of the Cochin and Travancore imperial families. Edapally has the Museum of Kerala History.
In Parur, you will discover a synagogue, a Syrian Orthodox Church, a Krishna Temple, and a sanctuary of goddess Mookambika.
By Air
The city has an international airport; it is known as the Cochin International Airport. The airport is located in Nedumbassery about 38 km from Kochi main city.
About 9 domestic and 17 international airlines connect with this airport. Bus and taxi services are easily available to travel from the airport.
The city also has a second airport which is a Defence Airbase and is not open to the public. Find Flights to Kochi
By Train
Kochi has two major railway stations; they are the Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town. The Southern Railway Zone of the Indian Railways caters to the city of Kochi. The railways stations at Aluva, Thripunithura, Kalamassery, Kumbalam, Nettoor and Aroor serve the city outskirts and surrounding metropolitan area. Kochi is well linked with major cities and states of India.
By Road
Kochi is well connected by road to adjoining cities and states via several state and national highways. Kochi is well link with the National Highway number 47, 17, 49, 47A and 47C. The city is also well connected with several state highways. Buses and taxis services are available daily in Kochi.
Taxis can be hired from taxi stands located all over the city. Major taxi stands are located outside the city railway stations. Other options are auto-rickshaws and private rent-a-cars and bikes. The city has private bus operators and the state public transport KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation). Find Flights to Kochi
Bus Stations in Kochi
The city has primarily four major bus stations:
Distance to Kochi
Pallipuram Fort
Category : History & Culture
Pallipuram Fort, Kochi was erected by the Portuguese in 1503. The Pallipuram Fort of Kochi is one of the oldest European forts of India which houses a rich cultural heritage.
The Pallipuram Fort is situated in the extreme northern part of the Vypeen Islands and heralds a glorious past within the territory of Kochi. More...
Santa Cruz Basilica
Category : History & Culture
The name Santa Cruz Basilica bears a special significance for the Christians residing in the south-western peninsular city of Kochi, as it celebrated the dawn of Christianity in the enigmatic land of India.
Legend has it that the Santa Cruz Basilica has been stoutly standing its ground for a mammoth 500 years which is a spectacular feat in itself.
Although the Santa Cruz Basilica had suffered ugly bruises at the hand of the robust British invaders in the year 1795, it continues to dazzle the on-lookers with its indelible charm and unparalleled charisma. More...
Bolgatty Island
Category : Nature
Bolgatty Island of Kochi is a small island which is just a boat ride away from Kochi harbor mouth. The small journey amidst the cool breeze is very interesting.
Though the island is accessible only through boat you can take up a train to Ernakulam which is juts 2 kilometers away. The nearest airport to Bolgatty Island in Kochi is Cochin International Airport which is about 22 kilometers from this island. More...
Gundu Island
Category : Nature
Gundu Island of Kochi is accessible through boat only from the Vypeen Island which is situated nearby. The island does not have any accommodation facility; so you have to return back by the evening.
The serene nature and the cool breeze blowing across the waters, makes this island a favorite among tourists who visit it for picnics or small excursions. More...
Indo Portuguese Museum
Category : History & Culture
The Indo Portuguese Museum was in fact the dream and aspiration of Dr Kureethra, who had served the tenure of the Bishop of Kochi at some point of his life.
The sole objective that acted behind the erection of this monumental museum known as Indo Portuguese Museum in Kochi was the zeal to shield his own archdiocese from jeopardy. Another objective was to precisely bear on the legacy of his times so that the coming generation could learn something from them. More...
Cochin is famous for its handicrafts, which include a range of items made from coir, wood, bamboo, shells, brass, ivory and sandalwood.
The major shopping centers are on M.G.Road, which cuts across the heart of the city, and the Marine Drive including Broadway. MG Road is dotted with numerous shops selling a variety of things like clothes, handicrafts and jewellery.
Spices, nuts and other small items can be picked up from Broadway, the popular shopping center with narrow crowded streets. One can also buy the works of contemporary artists from different art galleries situated around Cochin.
For handicrafts, you should visit shopping centers like:
Tourist Map of Kochi
Excursions from Cochin can be made to Thripunithura, which houses the accumulations of the Cochin and Travancore imperial families. Edapally has the Museum of Kerala History.
In Parur, you will discover a synagogue, a Syrian Orthodox Church, a Krishna Temple, and a sanctuary of goddess Mookambika.
How to Reach Kochi
Kochi (formerly called as Cochin) is a port city of the southern state
of Kerala. Kochi is located on the west coast of India by the Arabian
Sea. The city is about 206 km north of Thiruvananthapuram the state's
capital. Kochi is easily accessible by air, rail and road.
By Air
The city has an international airport; it is known as the Cochin International Airport. The airport is located in Nedumbassery about 38 km from Kochi main city.
About 9 domestic and 17 international airlines connect with this airport. Bus and taxi services are easily available to travel from the airport.
The city also has a second airport which is a Defence Airbase and is not open to the public. Find Flights to Kochi
By Train
Kochi has two major railway stations; they are the Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town. The Southern Railway Zone of the Indian Railways caters to the city of Kochi. The railways stations at Aluva, Thripunithura, Kalamassery, Kumbalam, Nettoor and Aroor serve the city outskirts and surrounding metropolitan area. Kochi is well linked with major cities and states of India.
By Road
Kochi is well connected by road to adjoining cities and states via several state and national highways. Kochi is well link with the National Highway number 47, 17, 49, 47A and 47C. The city is also well connected with several state highways. Buses and taxis services are available daily in Kochi.
Taxis can be hired from taxi stands located all over the city. Major taxi stands are located outside the city railway stations. Other options are auto-rickshaws and private rent-a-cars and bikes. The city has private bus operators and the state public transport KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation). Find Flights to Kochi
Bus Stations in Kochi
The city has primarily four major bus stations:
- Kaloor Bus station - used by private long-distance buses and local buses.
- KSRTC Central Bus Station - used by KSRTC inter-state/inter-city buses.
- KSRTC Jetty Station - Used by KSRTC city and short distance services.
- Fort Kochi Bus Terminus - used by both private and KSRTC City services
Distance to Kochi
- From Kottayam - 64 km
- From Thrissur - 83 km
- From Kozhikode - 181 km
- From Coimbatore - 192 km
- From Madurai - 267 km
- From Kollam - 136 km
- From Thiruvananthapuram - 206 km
Places to Visit in Kochi
For ages, Kochi has been the harbor that received mariners from all over
the world. Sailors from China, Portugal, Arabia, Britain, Holland had
set their feet on Kochi and has contributed one or the other way in
shaping what Kochi is today.
Such fruitful invasions for years has made Kochi the prime tourist destination in Kerala. Kochi tourist attractions include the following sites:
Such fruitful invasions for years has made Kochi the prime tourist destination in Kerala. Kochi tourist attractions include the following sites:
St. Francis Church
Category : Religious
Built in 1503, this Anglican Church is an exemplary evidence of the European colonial struggle in India.
Built in 1503, this Anglican Church is an exemplary evidence of the European colonial struggle in India.
The church contains the tombstone
of Vasco-da-Gama and it has been the architectural model of numerous
churches in India. More...
Dutch Palace
Category : History & Culture
This palace is a unique blend of the oriental and the occidental architectural patterns. It is famous for the mural paintings in it.
This palace is a unique blend of the oriental and the occidental architectural patterns. It is famous for the mural paintings in it.
There are three temples inside the palace, each devoted to lord Krishna,
Lord Shiva and Pazhayannur Bhagavati- the protective deity of the Royal
family of Kochi. More...
Pareekshith Thampuran Museum
Category : History & Culture
Hill Museum is an important part of sightseeing in Kochi. Pareekshith Thampuran Museum is a part of this Hill Museum. This archaeological museum is situated inside the Hill Museum. Pareekshith Thampuran Museum is more popularly known as the Durbar Hall in Kochi. Pareekshith Thampuran Museum of Kochi cover a large area.
Hill Museum is an important part of sightseeing in Kochi. Pareekshith Thampuran Museum is a part of this Hill Museum. This archaeological museum is situated inside the Hill Museum. Pareekshith Thampuran Museum is more popularly known as the Durbar Hall in Kochi. Pareekshith Thampuran Museum of Kochi cover a large area.
It is a busy
tourist spot in Kochi. But apart from that, the museum has some more
significance as well. This museum is of prime importance from the
historical and archaeological point of view.More...
Pallipuram Fort
Category : History & Culture
Pallipuram Fort, Kochi was erected by the Portuguese in 1503. The Pallipuram Fort of Kochi is one of the oldest European forts of India which houses a rich cultural heritage.
The Pallipuram Fort is situated in the extreme northern part of the Vypeen Islands and heralds a glorious past within the territory of Kochi. More...
Santa Cruz Basilica
Category : History & Culture
The name Santa Cruz Basilica bears a special significance for the Christians residing in the south-western peninsular city of Kochi, as it celebrated the dawn of Christianity in the enigmatic land of India.
Legend has it that the Santa Cruz Basilica has been stoutly standing its ground for a mammoth 500 years which is a spectacular feat in itself.
Although the Santa Cruz Basilica had suffered ugly bruises at the hand of the robust British invaders in the year 1795, it continues to dazzle the on-lookers with its indelible charm and unparalleled charisma. More...
Bolgatty Island
Category : Nature
Bolgatty Island of Kochi is a small island which is just a boat ride away from Kochi harbor mouth. The small journey amidst the cool breeze is very interesting.
Though the island is accessible only through boat you can take up a train to Ernakulam which is juts 2 kilometers away. The nearest airport to Bolgatty Island in Kochi is Cochin International Airport which is about 22 kilometers from this island. More...
Gundu Island
Category : Nature
Gundu Island of Kochi is accessible through boat only from the Vypeen Island which is situated nearby. The island does not have any accommodation facility; so you have to return back by the evening.
The serene nature and the cool breeze blowing across the waters, makes this island a favorite among tourists who visit it for picnics or small excursions. More...
Indo Portuguese Museum
Category : History & Culture
The Indo Portuguese Museum was in fact the dream and aspiration of Dr Kureethra, who had served the tenure of the Bishop of Kochi at some point of his life.
The sole objective that acted behind the erection of this monumental museum known as Indo Portuguese Museum in Kochi was the zeal to shield his own archdiocese from jeopardy. Another objective was to precisely bear on the legacy of his times so that the coming generation could learn something from them. More...
Tourist Destinations Near Kochi
Excursions from Cochin can be made to Thripunithura, 12 km southwest of Cochin. The Hill Palace Museum at Tripunithara houses the collections of the Cochin and Travancore royal families. Edapally, 10 km northeast of Ernakulam, has the Museum of Kerala History. In Parur, 35 km north of Cochin you will find a synagogue, a Syrian Orthodox Church, a Krishna Temple, and a temple of goddess Mookambica. Chennamangalam, four kilometers away houses the oldest synagogue in Kerala. There is also a Jesuit Church and ruins of a Jesuit College.
Shopping in Kochi
Shopping in Cochin can be interesting if you wish to take back home handicrafts, spices and nuts with a touch of Kerala.
Cochin is famous for its handicrafts, which include a range of items made from coir, wood, bamboo, shells, brass, ivory and sandalwood.
The major shopping centers are on M.G.Road, which cuts across the heart of the city, and the Marine Drive including Broadway. MG Road is dotted with numerous shops selling a variety of things like clothes, handicrafts and jewellery.
Spices, nuts and other small items can be picked up from Broadway, the popular shopping center with narrow crowded streets. One can also buy the works of contemporary artists from different art galleries situated around Cochin.
For handicrafts, you should visit shopping centers like:
- Kairali, the Kerala State Handicrafts Development Showroom
- Surabhi, the State Handicraft Society Emporium and
- Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan, the showroom of Khadi Village Industries.
Hotels in Kochi
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