Visit, Trave and Tour Cochin, Kerala, India

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COCHIN is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula.

COCHIN is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula.
COCHIN(KOCHI) is situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as 'God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala and South India.From time immemorial, the Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese have left indelible marks on the history and development of Cochin. Over the years, Cochin has emerged as the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala and is perhaps the second most important city on the west coast of India (after Mumbai/Bombay). Cochin is proud of its world class port and international airport that link it to many major cities worldwide. This lovely seaside city is flanked by the Western Ghats on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west. Its proximity to the equator, the sea and the mountains provide a rich experience of a moderate equatorial climate.COCHIN and KOCHI are used interchangeably since they refer to the same place. Kochi is the original name of the city, while Cochin is the colonial name.

Kerala's prime tourist destination(COCHIN) between Arabian Sea,Backwaters and the Western Ghats.

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ERNAKULAM DISTRICT KERALA INDIA

ERNAKULAM DISTRICT KERALA INDIA
Ernakulam district is one of the most developed districts of Kerala. Formed by the two princely states of Travancore and Cochin and the British Malabar, Ernakulam is blessed with a wonderful culture and grandeur. Being the commercial hub of Kerala, all the major developments in the fields of industry, transportation and IT happen here. The fact that Ernakulam is the first district in the whole country to have cent percent literacy is a direct indicator of the enviable educational standards of its inhabitants. The tourist places and pilgrim centers here completes its uniqueness

Monday, April 14, 2008

Holidays in Cochin


From the top of the tall 8-storey-high brilliantly painted pink memorial, the Sri Adi Sankara Keerthi Sthambam, one can have a splendid view of the surrounding palm-fringed green fields. The entrance to the memorial, guarded by two elephant statues, leads to the Paduka Mandapam which has two silver knobs representing the 'padukas' or wooden sandals of the Teacher. As one ascends the winding steps, framed relief paintings narrate the story of Adi Sankaracharya. Several large statues of Ganapati, Adi Sankara and others are also housed in this memorial.



Cherai is just a 15-minute drive from North Paravur ( 4km). To reach there, you could either take a ferry to Vypeen (vypin) Island which is 22 kilometres (a 40-minute bus ride) from Cherai or stick to the road via Edappally to North Paravur which is roughly about 25 kilometres from Cherai. The new Goshree Bridge linking Ernakulam with the islands of Bolghatty, Mulavukadu, Vallarpadam and Vypeen has made traveling to this idyllic getaway much easier.

One may also approach Cherai straight from Kochi (Nedumbasseri) International Airport by way of North Paravur

Cherai Beach Vypeen Island A Luscious mix of sun, sand and sea….



CHERAI BEACH
The 15 km of long golden beach is very clean, shallow, and attracts swimming and sunbathing

The 10 kilometer long Cherai Beach is the best golden beach of Kerala and is rightly called “The Princess of the Arabian sea”

Places to see in and around Cochin
The dream destination of Cochin is dotted with places worth seeing in and around it. At a There are several excellent excursion options from Cochin. Cultural capital of Kerala, Trichur is a daylong trip from Cochin. The cultural traditions of Kerala are revealed in the museums, art schools, and institutes of Trichur. Vadakkunathan Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, is another must visit in Trichur. Pallippuram fort amongst the oldest existing European monuments in India is another place to see around Cochin. The museum of Kerala history in Edapally is another excursion option from Cochin. Chennamangalam near Cochin is an important handloom weaving and coir-manufacturing centre where you may visit the famous Vaipinkotta Seminary and an old Syrian Catholic Church. Close to Cochin is Kanjiramattom where the mosque attracts pilgrims and tourists alike. The mosque was built on the mortal remains of Sheikh Parid.
The Kodikuthu festival takes place at the mosque in December-January. For the fun seekers Cochin the beautiful Cherai Beach is an ideal retreat. Swimming is the best thing to do and there are chances of you spotting dolphins here too. Near by is a classic village of Kerala with paddy fields and coconut groves. The birthplace of Adi Shankaracharya, Kalady is another excursion option from Cochin. Two shrines made in memory of Shankaracharya are must visit sacred sites here. The annual festival in the Shiva temple of Cochin is the best time to visit Cochin. Make your holidays at Cochin more enjoyable by seeing these nearby places. These places not only enhance tourism potential in Cochin but also are worth seeing holiday spots themselves.

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