Kochi

If you are someone who loves history, this is a place for you to be. Mattancherry is visitor spot in Kochi where Portuguese impact can be seen and specifically the Dutch Palace. Jew Town is another vacation destination of Mattancherry with the synagogue dating from 1568 and while you are at it don’t miss out visiting the exquisite Mattancherry Palace Museum.

Bolghatty Island is a short boat ride far from territory Kochi and has Bolghatty Palace which is one of the most seasoned existing Dutch castles outside Holland. Bolghatty Palace is currently changed over into a hotel with modern comfort and a beautiful pool to beat the heat up. Plus, you can always enjoy a nice therapeutic Ayurvedic massage to rejuvenate yourself. Sounds like an ideal vocational spot right!

Vypeen Island is another island that is truly prevalent among guests to Kochi and Kerala. Vypeen is additionally the area of Pallipuram Fort which is the most seasoned surviving post in India worked by European pilgrims and was developed in 1503. Near to this is Cherai shoreline which is among the celebrated shorelines in Kerala. A shoreline that is shallow, quiet and is perfect for swimming and sunbathing and is otherwise called Princess of Arabian Sea. How about taking a dip in the sea?

Marine Drive is a beautiful walkway in Ernakulam which has the rainbow connect that has turned into an image of Ernakulam. The Marine Drive was based on the land recovered from backwaters and the underlying arrangement was to manufacture an excellent street along the drift line yet the coastline rules restricted it in view of which the street was changed over to a walkway. Perfect for that long evening stroll with the sun setting on the background! Don’t miss out on a chance to have that romantic long walks.

Kodanad Elephant Training Center is a riverside town and has elephants. Watching elephants at a safe distance is an awesome ordeal and all piece of going to a wonderful place like Kerala. You can not only watch the mighty elephants showcasing their skills but you could give them a shower and bath with them. If you are visiting with your kids, make sure to check this place out. It will be such a fun experience for all after all it’s not every day that you get to bathe the elephants.

When you visit the Museum of Kerala history in Edappally, you will be welcomed by a statue of Parasurama, the wise that is said to have made Kerala. The historical center is a will be a calm ethnic building covered up in the shades of enormous trees and has an unassuming exhibition houses undying manifestations that will give you looks of the brilliant history and rich social heritage of Kerala.  It surely is a must-visit place to understand more about the culture of the place.

Santa Cruz Basilica is one of the oldest places to visit in Kochi. This mesmerizing beauty is one of the 8 Basilicas of the world and is considered to be one of the most serene sites that you can explore in Kochi. The architecture and the historical and spiritual vibes will make you fall in love with the magical place. Don’t miss out to go to this cathedral at least once while you are there.

Hill Palace was the home to the recent Maharaja of Kochi and was converted to a Museum in 1986. The gallery complex displays crown and adornments while Cochin illustrious family, artistic creations, designs in stone and marble, weapons, engravings, coins and so on and has an archeological exhibition hall, a legacy historical center and more. So, if you are a lover of art, history, architectural elements then you sure must put this in your go-to place.

If you want to explore nearby places then make sure you visit the Church at Malayattoor. Malayattoor is a meeting spot of mountain, waterway, and land. The most renowned vacation destination in Malayattoor is the Malayattoor Church is arranged on the 609 m high Malayattoor Hill. The congregation is a standout amongst the most critical Christian pioneer place in India. Not just geographically, this place has its importance and beauty in its spiritual vibe as well.

Vasco Da Gama on his route to India has had lived in the place which makes the Fort Kochi so widely popular among tourists. The Fort Kochi had been built by the Portuguese and although the fort no longer remains you the name has continued. You can visit the Fort Kochi beach and enjoy on the shores. The place has so much of signification from its connections to many cultures such as the Portuguese, Chinese, Dutch and British; a perfect place to feel the combination of so many cultures and ideas.