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Sight seeing and Things to do in Kochi

Last Updated: 17 Nov 2008 2 Contributors

Kochi is a small town located on the coast of Kerela. However, the name is now used for a whole region and also includes Ernakulam, Mattanchery and Fort Kochi. Sight-seeing in Kochi is, therefore, centered around these areas.

Dance, art forms, martial arts – the state of Kerela is full of culture. Kochi is a great representative city encompassing all forms of things to see and do in the entire state. The city has back waters, dance schools, fabulous places to eat and plenty of things to do to occupy one in its mystic charm.

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Mischale on 17 Nov 2008

Red-painted city buses link the various neighborhoods of Kochi together. You can also hire private taxis and autos, though it is advisable to bargain hard and fix the fare beforehand. Once in Kochi, you also have the option of taking a ferry ride. They are the only way to visit the various islands in the area. Even if you are travelling to a land-linked area, taking a ferry can prove to be a quicker way to get around.

Things to do: History and Culture

Thirumala Devaswom Temple

OK Rated #2 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

The Thirumala Devaswom Temple is dedicated to lord Venkateswara and is a popular tourist place in Kochi.

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Kathakali

OK Rated #2 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

Various local cultural societies organize daily performances of Kathakali in the evening.

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Greenix Village At Fort Kochi

OK Rated #6 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

There is a relatively new center opened at Fort Kochi called Greenix Village. It was once a tea warehouse till it was renovated into a performing arts showcase by N A Mohammedkutty. It is an expositio... More

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Things to do: Adventure, Nature and Outdoor Sports

Chinese Fishing Nets

OK Rated #1 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

Absolutely the first thing to do in Kochi is to visit the Chinese fishing nets on the coast of Fort Kochi. These exotic nets have come to symbolize Kochi tourism. Interestingly, outside of China, loca... More

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Backwaters

OK Rated #5 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

Take a boat ride through the backwaters spread between Ernakulam, Fort Kochi and Mattanchery.

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Things to do: Tours Nearby

Guruvayur

OK Rated #2 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

This temple is one of the most pious places in Southern India. Photography is prohibited inside the temples and the deity is never made visible beyond half a door. People are devoted beyond the ordina... More

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Punnatoor Kotta

OK Rated #2 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

This unique habitat for elephants is about 5 km from Guruvayur. This elephant habitat is more of a 5-star hotel for elephants. The only factor is that they have to be chained when they receive care. T... More

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Things to do: Beaches

Fort Kochi Beach

OK Rated #1 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

Take a stroll on the beautiful Fort Kochi Beach. You can see the fishermen hauling in the day’s catch and this stretch of the coast is dotted with beautiful colonial style bungalows. Numerous shacks l... More

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Cherai Beach

OK Rated #2 out of 17 attractions in Kochi

The beautiful Cherai Beach is now a popular tourist spot in Kochi.

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