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Cochin Travel
Introduction

The city is located on the South West coastal region and is referred as gateway of Kerala, and queen of Arabian Sea. The attractions of the city are quite symbolic to culture that reflects the past. Ideal time to visit the city is between October to March and several festivals are celebrated during this season with moderate climate.

Famous attractions of the city

Fort Kochi beach:

Most memorable experience can be derived from a short walk in the beach during sunset along with unique Chinese fishing nets and ships sailing background. The other major attraction of the place is Bungalows with European Style of architecture along the seashore.

St. Francis Church, Fort Kochi

St. Francis Church is the ancient church in India constructed by Europeans. Vasco da Gama on his third visit to India died in Kochi. He was buried in the Church. Later, his leftovers were taken to Portugal. However, the buried spot is still highlighted in the church.

Dutch palace / Mattancherry Palace – Mattancherry

It is one of the masterpieces of Portuguese architecture. The palace has been renovated and gifted to the Raja of Kochi in the late 17th century. The major attraction of the palace is an excellent collection of paintings depicted from epics of Hindus.

Bolghatty Palace – Bolghatty Island

The prominent Dutch Palace is located in Bolghatty Island that can be reached in a short boat ride from the mainland of Kochi. It has been converted as a resort that is being run by Kerala Government. It is a beautiful picnic spot.

Cherai Beach

One of the beautiful beaches located in the north end of the smallest Island called Vypeen Island. The entire surrounding of the beach is lined with paddy field and gorgeous coconut grooves.

Other attractions include Vasco House, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jew town and Jewish synagogue, Hill palace, Mangalavanam bird sanctuary, etc.,

How to reach:

By Air: Kochi has a well-defined contemporary international airport. The city is well connected with regular flights from major cities in India, Colombo and Singapore and frequent direct flights to middle-east countries.

By Train: There are three main railway stations in Kochi. Main Station – Ernakulum Junction, Ernakulum town and Cochin Harbor terminus are connected with widespread rail network throughout India.

By Road: Kochi is connected with wide range of network of highways connected from almost all major cities of India. Kochi can be reached through road with private and public transport services.

Munnar Travel

Munnar is a salubrious hill station situated in Kerala. Blanketed by mist, this elegant gem was discovered by British and converted into summer resort. Still, its fame is intact and millions throng to Munnar to experience that refreshing, soothing and gentle touch. People looking for holiday resorts and travel destinations that are blessed with natural beauty can come to Munnar which is a stunningly beautiful hill stations perfectly located in the state of Kerala. This hill station is immensely blessed with lush green hills, flower strewn valleys and coffee, tea and cardamom plantations.

Situated at 1600 meters above sea level, this beautiful green paradise stands at the confluence of three rivers – Madupetti, Nallathani and Kundala. In Tamil, the word ‘munnu’ means “”three”" and ‘aar’ means “”river”".

Hence “”Munnar”" is a shortened version of ‘Munnu Aar’. Munnar is a commercial centre with one of the world’s best tea estates. There are about 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. Among these, majority of the plantations are owned by Tata Group’s Kannan Devan Tea Estate. A visit to Munnar can witness the nurturing of tea in plantation to the process of manufacturing and packing. The town itself is typically Indian with the usual shops, guest houses and is really beautiful and traditional. It is a good place to stay to see the surrounding countryside. It is also a popular place for Indian honeymooners.

While on a tour of Munnar, one can enjoy tour to some of the scenic sightseeing and prime tourist attractions like the famous Eravikulam National Park, Pothamedu, Devikulam, CSI Christ Church, Nyayamakad, Attukal, Heart Lock Lake, Sita Devi Lake, etc.

All these spots are amazingly beautiful.

Echo Point, located 15 km away from Munnar, on the way to top station from Munnar is a small lake set amidst rolling hills. Every loud call made from a spot on the lake embankment is returned manifold by the echo from the surrounding hills. Young tourists throng to this place to listen to the echoes of their friendship calls.

One of the prime attractions for the visitors coming on a atour of Munnar is Devikulam. It is the idyllic hill station located only 7 km away from Munnar hill station. The green carpeted lawns, cool mountain breeze, exotic flora and species of fauna, green verdant hills and the gushing rivers truly draws many visitors for their honeymoon occasions. The Sita Devi Lake is very beautiful surrounded by the gleaming flora which spreads the fragrance of love as the cool breeze blows. It is said that the goddess Sita had once come and bathed in this beautiful placid lake. The visitors get lost in the world of imagination as they visit and take bagful loving memories back.

The sightseeing attractions and other natural attractions of Munnar will truly make you feel happy as never before. You can book Munnar holiday packages that are crafted so well keeping in mind the requirements of different tourists. These packages allow you to explore this hill station to the fullest in shorter period of time. Come and soak in the beauty of the nature on Munnar visit and treasure remarkable memories as you enjoy vacation in a style.