KOCHI (COCHIN), KERALA

A natural harbour in the most scenic and diverse holiday destinations in India - Kerala. Ancient art forms come alive in Kochi. Lush backwaters, ayurvedic health centres and exquisite churches and synagogues make it one of the most beautiful cities in Kerala where a glorious past has successfully blended itself to the demands of a modern-day life.

Kochi (or Cochin as it was better known) has been rightly eulogised as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea"! Chosen as one of the world's 50 destinations by the National Geographic this year, it is a sensual and cultural delight.
A coastline brimming with life and coconut trees, alluring backwaters, Ayurveda, art of living and women in cream and gold saris with jasmine garlands, the classic arts of Kallaripatyu and Kathakali and the theatre performances and film screenings make a stay in Kochi an out of this world experience. Add to this the fact that it is also a cosmopolitan city.
One of the oldest ports in the country, Kochi has a number of churches, synagogues, mosques and temples. It embraces both the faithless and faithful alike.
Whether you want to visit the picturesque churches or palaces, walk on the beach with the waves lapping your feet, or simply loll around, Kochi provides you with the perfect foil for all activities.

On the way from Ernakulam to Fort Kochi by ferry This is how most Indians treat their nature View to Fort Kochi Princess Street, Fort Kochi
Chinese fishing nets Chinese fishing nets at dusk Chinese fishing nets Fish market
At a Kathakali Performance - the make-up Kathakali - the performance Kathakali - the performance Kathakali - the performance

Backwaters

The Backwaters Our boatman of our houseboat Enjoying the silence of the backwaters Picturesque backwaters
Coir making out of coconut fibres Pineapple Having very spicy Kerala food Idyllic backwaters

Udaipur | Ahmedabad | Mumbai | Pune | Colva Beach
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