Cochin City Attractions
Cochin International Airport
The Cochin International Airport is about 25 kilometres north of the city and handles both domestic and international flights. It is the largest airport of Kerala and one of the busiest in India and was built without Central Government funds.
Railway Station
Cochin has two major railway stations; Ernakulam Town and Ernakulam Junction, which are locally known as the North and South railway station. It is well connected to other parts of the state and country.
Fort Cochin
Fort Cochin is the old quarter of the city and is quieter and more scenic than the modern parts of the city. It has the atmosphere of Indian colonial history and its landmark is the Chinese fishing nets.
Cherai Beach
It is near the North Paravur district of Kerala. This new generation tourist hot spot is lined with golden beaches, coconut palm corridors, backwaters and historical monuments.
Mattancherry Palace
Also known as Dutch Palace, it was built by the Dutch in the 18th century. Within its interiors are rich murals and artifacts. Photography here is strictly prohibited unless permission is sought from the Archaeological Survey of India.
Willingdon Island
Willingdon Island is home of the modern port that serves Cochin. It is named after Lord Willingdon and is a man made island created from the materials dredged while deepening Kochi Port. It serves as a link between other sea ports of the world.
Bolghatty Palace
Located on Bolghatty Island, The Bolghatty Palace was built by the Dutch during their reign of the Kingdom of Kochi. The Palace is today a heritage hotel managed by the Kerala State Tourism Department.
Jose Junction
Bolghatty Island
Also known as Ponjikara, Bolghatty Island is one of the islands that make up the city of Kochi. It is a popular tourist haunt and also houses the Bolghatty Palace. The island also has a golf course.
Chinese Fishing Nets
Chinese Fishing Nets are fixed land installations for an unusual form of fishing. They are shore operated lift mechanisms which hold out nets of 20 metres or more.
Airport
M G Road
Marine Drive
Arts and craft centre
Ayurvedic Centre
