Kochi or Cochin is a blend of urban settlement and historic heritage. This is the major port city in South-West Coast of India, located beside the Arabian Sea. Often regarded as ‘The Queen of Arabian Sea’, Kochi (Cochin) has been under the rule of Arabs, British, Dutch and Portuguese. And all these rulers have left their marks with spectacular architecture. Since about 600 years, Kochi is open to trading and tourism. On the eastern side of the city, Western Ghats are found sprawling and painting the canvas green. The giant Fish-Nets, in the Kochi Fort area are something you might not find anywhere else in India. Not just the Chinese fishing nets, but Portuguese houses, beautiful beaches and significant shrines are to be found here in Kochi.
Tourist attractions in Kochi
Kochi or Ernakulam is a city that must be visited, if you are looking forward to behold a mesh of history and modernization. Right from the Chinese Nets to Cherai Beach, Kochi has much to offer. The Chinese Fishing Nets work with smart techniques and have their own history and tales. Also, Kochi has some ancient and significant religious places like the St. Francis Church. Pardesi Synagogu, Santa Cruz Basilica, Ernakulam Shiva Temple, Veegaland, Hill Palace and Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple are the best places to visit in Kochi/Cochin among others.
Climate
Kochi has a tropical monsoon climate. Annual temperature of Kochi stays roughly between 23 degrees celsius and 31 degrees celsius. Kochi can be visited anytime during a year.
How to Reach
Nearest airport from Kochi is located in Nedumbassery, at a distance of 38 km. And Kochi has three railway stations, namely Ernakulam Junction, Ernakulam Town and Cochin Harbor Terminus. The city is well-connected to different parts of India through well-maintained roads too. Also, as Cochin is urbanized, there wouldn’t be any problem in traveling within the city.
Accommodation
Hotels are available in Kochi for travelers with different budgets. The city has some of India’s finest homestays and luxury hotels.
