Kochi (formerly known as Cochin) is one of the most important
and visited cities of Kerala, India. Surrounded by the Western
Ghats on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west, it is a
prominent port city of Kerala, India. Set on the clusters of
beautiful islands and narrow peninsulas, this beautiful port
city of Kerala, Kochi is located in the district of Ernakulam.
Also considered as the economical capital of Kerala, it is one
of the fastest emerging cities of India. It is located at the
distance of about 220 km north of the state capital Trivandrum
(Thiruvananthapuram). It is among few cities of India that is
well-connected by surface, air and water transportation. It has
international airport and world-class port and also well-liked
by road and train.
Despite being important industrial town of Kerala and the
country, this beautiful port city is also one of the major
tourist destinations of Kerala and the country. Travelers from
all around the world come to visit Kochi either city tours or
Kerala tours. It is the ideal starting poring to explore the
beauty and amazing diversity of Kerala, South India. Rightly the
city is considered as the Gateway to Kerala.
Lovingly described as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, the
beautiful port city of Kochi reflects the perfect image of state
with rich past and bustling present. There are several places of
tourist interest in the city. Beaches, seaports, backwaters,
monumental heritage, etc are the prime attractions of Kochi that
deserve the attentions of tourists from all around the world.
You too should not forget to explore this important port city of
Kerala on your Kerala visit.
Some major tourist attractions of Kochi Kerala tours are:
• Chinese Fishing Nets These fishing nets are the prime
attraction of every
Kerala package tours. It is believed that traders from the
court of the Chinese ruler Kublai Khan introduced these nets to
Cochin Kerala. These nets are set up on teak wood and bamboo
poles.
• Fort Kochi Beach
It is also an important tourist destination of Kochi city tours
and travel. You should not forget take a troll along the beach
on your Kochi visit. While exploring Fort Kochi Beach you will
have wonderful opportunity to see several European style
bungalows along the shoreline. The best time to explore this
beautiful beach is at the period of sunset. A stroll along the
beach at sunset with the famous Chinese Fishing Nets and sailing
boats & ships in the background provides a pleasant experience
of lifetime.
• St. Francis Church
It is the oldest church built by Europeans in India and one of
the prime attractions of Kerala tour package. It is the place
where Vasco da Gama was buried.
• Mattancherry Dutch Palace
Originally built by Portuguese and later modified by Dutch and
presented to the King of Kochi, it is one of the prime
attractions of Kochi
tour to Kerala, India. While you will visit this palace and
explore it you will have wonderful opportunity to see a fine
collection of mural painting showing scenes from the Hindu epics
Mahabharata and Ramayana.
• Other attractions
Other attractions which you should not forget to visit and
explore on your Kochi Kerala package tours are Vasco House,
Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, Jew Town, Bolghatty
Island & Palace, Cherai Beach, etc. Kochi visit also provides
wonderful opportunity to enjoy houseboat ride over the tranquil
and scenic backwaters of Kerala, South India. Well, ready to
enjoy the fascination of Kerala tours with Kochi visit.
About the Author: Michael Braganza is an eminent analyst and
writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many
books on tour guide for Package Tours To Kerala and Kerala Tours
Now he is rendering his services to http://www.greenparadize.com/
