Kochi - The biggest city in God’s own country (Kerala)
Beautiful is an understatement for Kochi. The architecture, food, traditional dance and art forms all of them would leave you with an incredible feeling that would stay with you for a lifetime.
Things to do in Kochi
- Visit Fort Kochi and just stroll around the lanes to witness art meeting history.
- Treat yourself with Kathakali shows, classical music, martial arts Kalaripayattu demonstrated inexplicably at the Kerala Kathakali centre.
- Visit an ayurvedic spa and pamper yourself with a massage.
- If you are a non-vegetarian, don't miss the seafood in Kochi. If you are a vegetarian don't miss having an appam with coconut stew or any curry of your choice.
- Book a houseboat accommodation for a day on the backwaters. Visit Fort Kochi and just stroll around the lanes to witness art meeting history.
Tourist attractions in Kochi
- Alappuzha
- Cherai Beach, Fort Kochi Beach
- Indo Portuguese Museum, Greenix Village, Museum of Kerala history
- Jewish Synagogue
- Mattancherry Palace
Places to shop in Kochi
- Broadway street shops
- Mattancherry Spice Market
- MG Road: For clothes especially Sarees
- Lulu Mall (Biggest mall of India), Central Square mall, Nucleus mall
- Jew Town: For Antiques and handicrafts
Best time to visit in Kochi
July to February is the best time to visit Kochi because of the friendly weather. However, if one is sceptical of enjoying during rains it is better to visit post-September, from October to February.
Modes of transport in Kochi
Residents and travellers, both are blessed with ample options for commuting in the city as well as to nearby areas. Buses, rickshaws, cabs, trains and ferries, passengers can choose any mode as per their destination and budget.
Weather in Kochi
Summers (March to June) are extremely hot with the temperature hovering around 37°C. Monsoons (July to September) is a pleasant time to visit Kochi in spite of the rain. Winter (October to February) is the perfect time for travellers. Temperature ranges between 17°C - 33°C during this period.
Airport in Kochi
Kochi airport also called Cochin International Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for International flights.
- Airport address: Nedumbassery, Kerala 683111
- IATA code: COK