Kochi City Information: Kochi was founded in the year 1341 and also major tourist spot of Kerala, which attracts not only Indian tourists, lots of travelers whole over the world visit this place to taste old rich history at its best.
Kochi also known as Cochin is situated across different islands and is located between the Arabian Sea and famous Backwater. Ernakulam, Mattancherry and Fort Cochin are the major sections of Kochi, although most of the visitors stay at Ernakulam to visit all the places.
Climate in Kochi
Like most of the south-western coastal areas weather in Kochi is also tropical. Best time to visit this place is November to February when weather remains colder and less humid. Summer season stays here from March to May when environment becomes very hot and humid. In June and July Kochi gets heavy rainfall which again occurs in October and November. Due to its location near to western ghat range monsoon comes twice over here.
How to reach Kochi?
Kochi By Air
Nearby International airport is at Nedumbassery which is 22kms away from Ernakulam.
Kochi By Rail
Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town are the two stations of Kochi and they are connected by broad gauge line. Thiruvanthapuram to Mangalore and Mangalore to Chennai train lines passes through Kochi. Trains from Delhi, Mumbai or Kolkata have stops in Ernakulam.
Kochi By Road
KSRTC Central Bus Stop is situated near the Ernakulam Junction railway station. KSRTC runs express, deluxe, semi-deluxe buses to the other cities of Kerala also major cities of the neighboring states.
Hotels in Kochi
- 5 star Hotels in Kochi : Le Meridian, Taj Malabar.
- 3 star Hotels in Kochi : Highway Garden, Nyle Plaza, Pearl Continental, Star Paradise.
- 2 star Hotels in Kochi : Rossitta Wood Castle, Abad Metro, BTH Sarovaram.
Tourist Places to visit in Kochi
Chinese Fishing Nets
On the northern shore of the Fort Kochi these huge nets are found hanging from the poles and operated by the levers to control this huge structure. These nets are very famous among the tourists and very popular photographic symbols of Kerala.
St. Francis Church
This place is walking distance away from the Chinese net and it is the first European church in India. St. Francis Church was built in sixteenth century on the land that was gifted by the local Raja. It is said that Vasco da Gama was buried here in 1524 but later the body was moved to Portugal. Later this old church was renovated by the Dutch.
Mattancherry
any one can reach this place through ferry. Colorful buildings which have not changed from years are the major attraction of this place. Trade is the primary activity over here.
Jew Town
This place is few minutes away from Matancherry. Few buildings are there which still reminds the presence of this old community. There are many shops sell antique pieces. India Pepper & Spice Trade Building, The Pardesi (White Jew) Synagogue are also very famous place nearby it.
Mattancherry Palace
This is also known as Dutch palace, a two storied palace built by the Portuguese. This also locally known as Dutch palace is also major tourist spot.
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