India to Kampala

Kochi, formally called as Cochin, is also known as the Gateway to Kerala and is considered as one of the finest and prominent cities in India. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, Kochi lies in top three tourist destination. The history and the culture of this beautiful city lure and show you some of real facts about it. Kochi was ruled by many dynasties such as Arabs, Chinese, British, Dutch and the Portuguese. But now with the fast development, Kochi is the hub for the state’s industrial and commercial sector. There are a plenty of attractions like Kaladi, Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), Chendamangalam, Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, Chottanikkara, Fort Kochi, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese Fishing Nets where you can go and find some magical colours of this splendid city. If you want to worship God and Goddess, then you can also find most renowned temples which are known for its deep religious values. These are Ernakulatthappan Temple, Poornathrayesa Temple, Vamanamoorthy Temple, Ettumanoor Shiva Temple, and Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple. To see the colourful side of the city, visit during the time of three major festivals (Onam, Vishu and Cochin Carnival) which are celebrated with great zest. The excursions from Kochi are also quite popular for their natural surrounding and peaceful atmosphere. To enjoy your long vacations, you can also visit nearby places like Munnar, Alappuzha (Alleppey) and Kumarakom. The best time to visit the city is from the months of October to March. During that period, the climate remains quite cool and cold. The Nedumbassery International airport connects Kochi with all the major parts of India as well as the world. Availability of flights is not a big issue here as all the leading and prominent airlines serve to the city. If you want to book your air tickets to Kochi at reasonable prices, then MakeMyTrip.com is a best place to log onto. Being a leading online travel portal, MakeMyTrip offers you some of the best discounts on your ticket bookings and hotel bookings. You can easily book your desired Kochi package here and also compare it with other travel portals prices. So, don't waste much of your time, just log onto MakeMyTrip and travel round the world with style and comfort.

The capital and largest city of Uganda, Kampala is said to be built on seven hills. Blessed with a unique natural setting, this city presents a number of cultural attractions as well. Several important attractions here are located on hills and are known for their cultural and historical significance. On a Kampala tour, travellers can explore the Kasubi Tombs on the Kasubi Hill, discover the splendid Kibuli Mosque on Kibuli Hill, behold the majestic sight of Anglican Cathedral on Namirembe Hill and come across the magnificent ruins of Lugard’s Fort near Kampala Hill. The region around the Nakasero Hill is the most developed residential area and serves as administrative centre of the city. This part of the city boasts of a number of luxury hotels and accommodation facilities. To find out more about the history of this African country, it is a must to visit the Uganda Museum located near Kololo Hill. Built on a grand scale, the Ahmadiyya Central Mosque showcases the splendid Islamic heritage of this city. On a trip to Kampala, travellers can visit a number of casinos and shopping centres as well. Presenting a rare diversity of cultural and historical attractions, this city makes its mark as a destination with a difference. To experience the finest of Uganda, travellers can book flight ticket and accommodation easily at MakeMyTrip.