What To See in Kochi in 24 Hours
Kochi also known as Cochin is part of the district of Ernakulam and a major port city of Kerala. The city is the entry point for international and domestic tourism in Kerala and ranked one of the best tourist destination in India. We came up with list of top 10 best tourist places to visit in Kochi with in 24 hours.
Fort Kochi
Start your day by visiting Fort Kochi, Kerala’s hottest tourist spot that offers beautiful view of serene beach and natural beauty of the city.
St. Francis Church
Visit the Francis Church located inside the Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church is the oldest European church in India, known for its beautiful architecture and ambience.
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is located opposite to Francis Church in Kochi Fort, The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is one of the most impressive churches in India and also one of the eight Basilicas churches in Kerala. The basilica is a heritage edifices of Kerala state.
Chinese Fishing Net
Vembanad lake also known as Kochi Lake and backwaters, next to Fort Kochi is the longest lake of Kerala and largest wetland system in India. Chinese fishing nets on vembanad lake are fixed shore operated lift nets, mostly found in the cities of Kochi and become a very popular tourist attraction in Kerala.
Mattancherry Palace
Mattancherry Palace located 2km from Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Palace also known as the Dutch Palace exhibits the portraits of Rajas of Kochi. The Palace has the traditional Kerala style of architecture and also contains rare examples of traditional Kerala flooring.
Paradesi Synagogue
Paradesi Synagogue located 1km from Mattancherry Palace, Paradesi Synagogue also known as Cochin Jewish Synagogue is the oldest active synagogue, located in the Old Cochin known as Jew Town. The Paradesi Synagogue and Mattancherry Palace temple share a common wall.
Maritime Museum
SNC Maritime Museum was established by the Indian Navy, houses a number of rare replicas of naval ships and contains impressive collection about Indian naval history.
Marine Drive
Travel through the Marine Drive, Marine Drive is a popular hangout place in Kochi Ernakulam, built facing the backwaters of Kochi Lake. The walkway is an important centre for hangout, fast food and shopping activity in Kochi.
Hill Palace
Hill Palace at Thripunithura has a heritage museum and a children’s park. The palace is the largest archaeological museum in Kerala and home to several rare species of medicinal plants.
Lulu Shopping Mall
LuLu International Shopping Mall is second largest shopping mall in India after DLF Mall of Noida. LuLu Mall is one of the most visited places in Kochi.
