• Chinese Fishing Nets - Known locally as Cheena vala, these stationary lift nets are a distinctive feature in India. They are fixed land installations used for fishing, formally referred to as shore-operated lift nets. These impressive structures extend horizontal nets over 20 meters wide, supported by mechanical contraptions. Each installation stands at least 10 meters tall, featuring a cantilever with a net suspended over the water and large stones as counterweights, operated by a team of up to six fishermen. While prevalent in coastal southern China and Indochina, in India, they are primarily found in Kochi and Kollam, where they have become a popular tourist attraction. This unique fishing method was introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century, and one interpretation of the name Kochi is ‘co-chin,’ meaning ‘like China.’

• Church of Saint Francis - Located in Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church, originally constructed in 1503, is one of India’s oldest European churches, holding significant historical value as a silent witness to the European colonial era in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama passed away in Kochi in 1524 during his third visit to India. Initially, his remains were interred in this church, but they were relocated to Lisbon after fourteen years.

• Dutch Cemetery - The Dutch Cemetery is a notable site in Fort Kochi, renowned for its historical inhabitants who ventured from their homelands centuries ago to expand their empire. Consecrated in 1724, the cemetery is currently managed by the Church of South India and is surrounded by intriguing stories.

• Fort Kochi Beach - Situated along the Arabian Sea, Fort Kochi Beach is located in Fort Kochi, within the city of Kochi, Kerala, South India.

• Dhoby Khana Public Laundry - The historic Dhobi Khana public laundry, located near Veli Ground in Fort Kochi, is set for modernization. Leaders of the Vannar community, who manage the laundry, have sought assistance from the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) to establish modern facilities for washing and drying clothes. Originating during the Dutch period, the laundry service, run by the Vannar community from Tamil Nadu, still employs traditional methods of hand-washing, open-air drying, and ironing. Approximately 45 washermen work at the laundry. The Vannar Sangham’s latest initiative aims to attract young community members to this traditional vocation, ensuring its continuity.

• Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica - The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica in Fort Kochi is one of Kerala’s eight Basilicas. Recognized as a heritage edifice, this church is among India’s most impressive and is frequented by tourists year-round.

• Indo-Portuguese Museum - The Indo-Portuguese Museum is located in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India.

• Cochin Thirumala Devaswom Temple - Also known as Gosripuram, the Cochin Tirumala Devaswom is the largest and most significant socio-religious institution for the Gowda Saraswat Brahmins of Kerala, India. Situated in Cherlai, at the heart of Mattancherry town in Cochin, it is one of the earliest GSB settlements in Kerala. Established in the latter half of the 16th century, the temple’s history is closely intertwined with the GSB community and its Venkateswara idol.

• Mattancherry Palace - The Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, is a Portuguese palace located in Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala. It features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi and is included in the “tentative list” of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

• Paradesi Synagogue - The Paradesi Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, is situated in Kochi, Kerala, South India. Built in 1568, it is one of seven synagogues of the Malabar Yehudan or Yehudan Mappila people, or the Cochin Jewish community, in the Kingdom of Cochin.

• Jain Temple - A prominent Jain place of worship, renowned for its daily pigeon show and feeding at noon.

• Jew Town - Jew Town, a living museum of antiquities, invites visitors with its stories and artifacts, nestled between the grandeur of Mattancherry Palace and the historical significance of the Synagogue. This narrow street is a treasure trove of historical relics, bearing witness to past eras.

• Cochin Spice Market - A straightforward shop featuring polished displays and a wide variety of exotic spices available in bulk.

• Photo Assistance at Iconic Spots
• Bottled water
• Use of Tuk-Tuk for photo opportunities
• All Fees and Taxes included
• Free pickup/drop-off within Fort Kochi and Mattancherry

• Meals or personal purchases

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