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Come into Cochin (Kochi), Queen of the Arabian Sea. Believed to be the finest natural harbour in the world. With ferry rides commanding its breathtaking view. Cruise around man-made islands with lush green lawns sloping down to the water's edge. Cochin is the oldest European settlement in India. Recording a history of visitors who came, saw and stayed for hundreds of years. Layered impressions - Chinese, Arab, Jewish, British, French and Portuguese, are contained within its environment.
Giant Chinese fishing nets that billow from massive teak and bamboo poles dot the entrance to the harbour. Silhouetted against the setting sun, they present a magnificent sight at the waterfront.
A narrow, palm-fringed island, easily accessible from the mainland is where the Bolghatty Palace is situated. The palace was built by the Dutch in 1744. Later, it became the seat of the British Resident of Cochin and today this has been converted into a hotel run by the KTDC. The palace has a golf course on its grounds.
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Point: Cochin
Point of Disembarking: Cochin
Important Sightseeings in Cochin are the Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and Gritish have all left their mark.
Travel Tips: You can try
your hand at angling, with the fishing rods provided on request.
Houseboats in Cochin
Houseboats of Cochin are a unique way to experience the beauty of kaleidoscopic Kerala. Transportation of men and material using houseboats of Kerala is nothing new. Though, the concept of staying in houseboats of Kerala is gaining popularity now. Houseboats on backwaters of Cochin are a major tourist attraction. The houseboats glide on the backwaters of Kerala, with panoramic view passing by.
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