Nearby Attractions in Kochi

Nearby Attractions in Kochi

Many Kochi nearby attractions are concentrated in Fort Kochi area. There are palaces, museums, bungalows, churches and synagogue in this part of the town. They could be accessed on road or by ferry service. There are many museums and parks worth seeing in Kochi that anyone should visit during their stay. Though there are not good beaches in Kochi, there are some beaches nearer to the area located north of Vypin Island and Kodanadu. There are many places of worship here that belong to various religions like Hindu temple, Jain temples, Sikh gurudwaras, Jewish synagogues, churches and mosques. There are also fee eco tourist villages located few kilometers from the main city.

Last Updated: 01/10/2012

• Bolgatty Island

  Bolgatty, Ernakulam

  Distance from Kochi :12 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 18 m

  Bolgatty Island is one of the important tourist spots of Kochi and is located between the Ernakulam mainland and Willingdon Island. The boat ride to reach the island is available. It is located at a distance of just 2 kilometers into the sea.   An ancient palace is located here which was buil...

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• Bolghatty Palace

  Bolgatty, Ernakulam

  Distance from Kochi :12 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 18 m

  Bolghatty Palace is located in Mulavakad in Bolghatty Islands. It has been converted into a heritage hotel at present and is located in the southern tip of the island. The southern part of the island is called Ponjkkara and Mulavakad refers to the northern point. The palace was built by Dutch in 17 ...

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• Cherai Beach

  Vypin Island, Ernakulam

  Distance from Kochi :34 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 45 m

  Cherai Beach is a famous beach in Kochi located in the Vypin Island. It is just 25 km from Kochi near Kodungallur and North Paravur. The beach is calm and neat and an ideal place for the tourists.  ...

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• Chinese Fishing Nets

  Vypin, Kerala

  Distance from Kochi :7 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 9 m

  Chinese Fishing Nets are popular attraction in the shores of Kochi. They are fixed land installations with an unusual form of fishing. They are fixed on the shores and operated by up to six fishermen. They are 10 meters in height and have cantilever and the net is suspended over the sea with large s...

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• Chottanikkara Temple

  Ernakulam

  Distance from Kochi :17 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 25 m

  Chottanikkara Temple is popular for the Hindu mother goddess Bhagawati and is noted for its architecture. Chottanikkara Devi is the main deity here and is worshipped in different forms namely Saraswati in the morning dressed in white, Lakshmi at noon dressed in crimson and Durga in the evening dress...

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• Coonan Cross

  Bazaar Road, Mattancherry, Kochi

  Distance from Kochi :5 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 7 m

  Coonan Kurisu Palli or Holy Cross Church has historical importance and is located in Mattancherry shopping area. It was believed to be established by St. Thomas, the disciple of Jesus Christ who landed in Kochi in 52 A.D. The church belongs to Nazranis, the followers of Jesus of Nazerene. They are c...

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• Dutch Cemetery

  Kochi, Kerala

  Distance from Kochi :6 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 10 m

  Dutch Cemetery is located in Fort Kochi and is above 280 years old. This stands as a monument portraying the thousands of Dutch and English people who arrived and lived in India. This is the oldest European cemetery in the country and was consecrated in 1724. It has totally 104 tombs and is maintain...

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• Kadamattom Church

  Ernakulam

  Distance from Kochi :32 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 37 m

  Kadamattom Church is one of the ancient churches of India established in 9th century A.D. and is located near Muvattupuzha. It is a part of the Malankara Jacobite Orthodox Syrian Church. Some records say that it was established in the year 865 AD by Mar Abo, a Persian high priest and his photo is se...

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• Paliam Palace

  Chendamangalam, Kochi

  Distance from Kochi :33 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :0h, 44 m

  Paliam Palace served as the residence of the prime ministers of the Kochi kingdom in bygone days. It is stands as symbol of traditional architectural style of Kerala. Huge collection of documents and relics of historical importance are housed here. Kottayil Kovilakom and Jewish synagogue built in 16...

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• Bhoothathankettu Park

  Kothamangalam, Idamalayar Road, Ernakulam

  Distance from Kochi :64 km;

  Time to Reach from Kochi :1h, 13 m

  Boothathanketty park is the best place for enjoying various activities such as speed boating, house boating, fishing and journey into the jungle. It is located in Pindimana village and remains a favorite destination of the nature lovers, zoologists and ornithologists. The famous Salim Ali National P...

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