Kochi’s Marine Drive, a waterfront promenade, is a great way to see the seascape and different parts of this Indian town, which is famous for religious tolerance. Get some coconut-laden fare, and lodging in the centre of it all with HotelTravel.com.
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Cochin, also spelled Kochi, is located in the state of Ernakulam and is one of India’s most prominent sea ports. It’s among India’s most visited and respected cities with its picture perfect location between the Arabian sea and Kerala’s winding backwaters. The diverse mix of architecture from Indian to European and its cultural texture is found in few other places in the country. For many centuries the city, with its great bay and well protected harbour, has played an important role in India’s west coast trade.
Often keeping children occupied for the entire holiday can be a challenge. Make sure to bring games, story and colouring books and small toys to entertain them when they become restless. Specific activities for children are not common in Cochin but there is plenty for the whole family to do. Often children are simply mesmerised by how new and completely different everything is to what they are used to. But this may wear thin so having an idea of what may entertain them can often be a good plan.
Many of the festivals and events in the region are centred around religious celebrations. The devout culture that is very much part of the Cochin heritage is still strong and alive today. These special occasions often offer the most opportune excuse to immerse oneself into the life and soul of this unique culture.
Although Cochin is not one of the most famous tourist haunts of India, visitors will find that there are still enough sights to fill several days with history and culture. More importantly, the local lifestyle here is still very much laidback and offers an authenticity that you will be hard-pressed to find in other areas. Be sure to take in a couple of palaces and temples while here.
Cochin International Airport is located approximately 25kms north of the city centre at Nedumbassery. Most of the international flights from the airport operate to Middle Eastern countries, including destinations like Abu Dhabi, Bahrain and Dubai. The main foreign carriers are Emirates, Kuwait Airways, Oman Airways and Silk Air; while domestic flights are run by Air India and Indian Airlines.
Banks: 10:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday; 10:00 to 13:00, Saturday
Government offices: 09:30 to 17:30, Monday to Friday
Department stores and shops: 09:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday
Business offices: 09:30 to 17:30, Monday to Friday; 09:30 to 14:00, Saturday
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