1. Pallipuram Fort
Address: Vypin, Kochi, Kerala 683515, India.
You can see the beauty and strength of Portugal architecture here. It was built by Europeans in 1503 and this is the first European Fort in Kerala and still existing. It is also known as ‘Ayikkotta’ and hexagonal. The materials used for construction are wood, laterite, and chunam.
2. Chendamangalam Fort
Address: Hill Palace Rd, East Fort, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala 682394, India.
Chendamangalam fort is notable with the surrounding beauty like three rivers are flowing near to the fort, lush green landscapes, and hilltops. This fort was the residence of Paliam, a great joint Hindu family on those periods. Here you can find historic documents, artifacts, and relics. Chendamangalam Fort explains the architectural skill of Kerala in those periods.
3. Cherai Beach
Address: Cherai Beach, Vypin, Kochi, Kerala.
Cherai beach is popular for its white-sand beaches and neatness located in Vypin, Ernakulum. It is 10 km long and suitable for swimming and various resorts offers better stay and from restaurants, you can feel the real seafood taste.
4. Veeranpuzha River
Address: Muttar river, Kochi, Kerala.
The beautiful river and surrounding natural beauty make this place a favorite tourist destination in Ernakulam. You can enjoy the beauty of paddy fields, can enjoy boat trips, enjoy waterfront festivals and have some delicious seafood dishes from nearby restaurants.
5. Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary
Address: High Ct Rd, Ayyappankavu, Kochi, Kerala 682031, India.
This is a paradise for birdwatchers. It spreads around 2.74 acres and connected to Kochi backwaters through a lake. You can find mangrove species like Avincannia Officinalis, Acanthus Ilicifolius, etc from here and popular bird species are Brahminy Kite, White-breasted Waterhen, Common Redshank, Common Greenshank and many more.
6. Fort Kochi
Address: Fort Kochi, Kochi, Kerala, India.
This is a favorite destination for visitors from across the globe. You can find people with different cultures from here and the Jewish community can see only in this place in Kerala. Popular visitor attractions are Jewish Synagogue, Chinese nets lined in the coastline, shops with handicraft items, restaurants with seafood dishes, Bastion Bungalow Vasco Da Gama square Pierce Leslie Bungalow, Fort Immanuel Thakur House David Hall Parade Ground, etc.
7. Chottanikkara Temple
Address: Chottanikkara, Kochi, Kerala 682312, India.
This is a popular pilgrim site in Cochin and this temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and who is worshipped in three forms over here. The goddess over here is considered as so powerful so that you can heal your sorrows once you visit here.
8. Bolghatty Palace
Address: NH966A, Mulavukad, Kochi, Kerala 682504, India.
Bolghatty Palace is the major attraction of Bolghatty Island. It attracts visitors with its stunning architecture and surrounding lake views. It was built by Dutch traders during 1744 as the house of British Governors and after independence it is was converted into a heritage hotel resort with amenities like Ayurvedic treatments, swimming pools, beautiful gardens, fine dining, etc.
9. Coonan Kurishu Shrine
Address: Pullupalam Rd, near Lobo jn, Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala 682002, India.
This is a historic site you can explore in Mattancherry. The historical importance of this site is in the year 1653 was the venue where almost 25,000 Syrian Christians assembled and tied long ropes to the ancient cross at Mattancherry .People did strike for their beliefs over here.
10. Hill Palace Museum
Address: Hill Palace Rd, Irumpanam, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala 682301, India.
This archaeological museum is located in Tripunithura which was built in 1986. It houses some of the largest Royal collections. This palace attracts visitors with stunning architecture, traditional furniture, ornaments, coins, gardens, parks, etc. This was the official residence of Maharaja of Cochin.
11. Marine Drive
Address: Marine Drive, Kochi, Kerala, India.
This is a common hanging out the place of both locals as well as visitors in Kochi. You can enjoy long walkways, lakeside benches under tree shades, boat trips, parks, restaurants, cafes, etc from her. Also, Marine Drive is situated just behind the largest market of Cochin; Broadway. You can find numerous shops with branded items as well as street shops over here.
12. Mattancherry
Address: Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala, India.
This is also a popular tourist destination in Kochi. This beautiful city is surrounded by the Arabian Sea and this was the ancient spice hub of Cochin. You can find people with different cultures and traditions from here and their unity as well.
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