{"id":2743,"date":"2021-04-07T06:15:19","date_gmt":"2021-04-07T06:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livekerala.com\/blog\/?p=2743"},"modified":"2024-09-09T06:37:39","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T06:37:39","slug":"fort-kochi-the-gateway-to-kerala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livekerala.com\/blog\/fort-kochi-the-gateway-to-kerala\/","title":{"rendered":"Fort Kochi – The Gateway to Kerala"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fort Kochi – Attractions and things to do<\/h3>\n

Fort Kochi a charming seaside bay, famous\u00a0 for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture, and elaborate bamboo fishing nets and with a beautiful sunset. St. Francis Church was the original burial site of explorer Vasco da Gama. It possess a history of small fishing village in to township of different European countries.<\/p>\n

There is no best season to visit\u00a0 Fort Kochi it depends on your nature and desires<\/span><\/span> that is it can be monsoon or winter or summer all are equally important. Let us see the Major attractions of Fort Kochi<\/p>\n

1. Chinese Fishing Nets<\/h4>\n

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The most photogenic visual in Fort Kochi is Chinese Fishing Nets during sunset.<\/p>\n

2. Fort Kochi beach<\/h4>\n

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Fort Kochi a beautiful beach is located on the western coast of India and is often known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea. Its a clean premises and tranquil atmosphere, having tourists as well as the local people.<\/p>\n

3. Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica<\/h4>\n

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Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica constructed by the Portuguese in Fort Kochi, the Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is one of the eight Basilicas in India. The fine architecture of the church attracts tourists. It is set up against a backdrop of clear blue skie.<\/p>\n

4. St Francis Church<\/h4>\n

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St Francis Church is one of the most attractive places to visit in Fort Kochi. It is considered to be one of the oldest churches in India. The great explorer Vasco de Gama were buried in the church. The European style attracts architectural enthusiasts to visit the church.<\/p>\n

5. Paradesi Synagogue<\/h4>\n

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The oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth – Mattancherry Synagogue is among the most historically relevant locations in Fort Kochi. it has several thousand visitors every year from all over the world. The area around the synagogue is a centre of spice trade and curio shops. It is a beautiful destination, with memories of the past floating around in every single corner.<\/p>\n

Fort Kochi is\u00a0 one of the most preferred holiday destinations in God\u2019s own country, whether you are travelling with family and looking for a pristine beach to stretch your legs on or travelling alone and searching the recesses of your soul to unearth spirituality and devotion \u2013 Fort Kochi is the place to be. There is lot more to see and do, Sunset Cruise, Kathakalu Performance, Dutch Cemetry, Street Art etc..<\/p>\n

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