8 things to do when you are in Cochin

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Cochin, the queen of the Arabian Sea has forever been on every traveller’s wish list and brought people from faraway lands to its shores. Colonialism is ubiquitous in Cochin, as Fort Kochi and Mattancherry exhibit glimpses of its … Read more

Cochin, the queen of the Arabian Sea, has forever been on every traveller’s wish list and brought people from faraway lands to its shores. Colonialism is ubiquitous in Cochin, as Fort Kochi and Mattancherry exhibit glimpses of its glorious past through its European churches, palaces, cemeteries, alleyways, fishing nets and much more. It emanates a lovely blend of colonialism and local flavour to offer the best to its visitors. However, tourism in Cochin has over the years grown beyond colonial structures and offers a lot more to the visiting travellers. The spice markets, dotting islands, backwaters and beaches, which are a short drive away have slowly made their way to the list of things to do and experience in Cochin. Art exhibitions and eco tours have been the most innovative ways that Cochin has looked at tourism. The mix of colonialism and contemporary ideas in tourism has made Cochin one of the most sought after destinations in India. Let us perceive Cochin from a different angle as a destination.

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