Kochi: The Gateway to Kerala
The beautiful city of Kochi was once an important spice trading center of South Indian and decades down the line, it continues to draw traders to its shores on a regular basis. The city is a unique blend of Portuguese, Dutch and British influences and it offers a soothing and peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life. Kochi straddles the famous Kerala backwaters and thus attracts tourists from all over the world.
One of the most popular sights in Kochi is perhaps of the 14th century Chinese fishing nets that are being used by the local fishermen even today. Mattancherry Dutch Palace and St Francis Church are colonial style buildings that attract visitors and if you want to go souvenir hunting, head towards Princess Street. You can also enjoy a Kathakali performance at the Cochin Cultural Center or the Kerala Kathakali Center.
The best time to visit Kochi is throughout the year as it enjoys a tropical monsoon climate barring the months from June to September. This is the time Kochi receives heavy rains and unless you are a big fan of the monsoons, avoid visiting Kochi during these months.
The city’s cuisine largely consists of sea food so you can’t leave the city without trying the famous fish, curry and rice. The smoky flavor of the food along with the right blend of spices makes even a simple meal adequately mouth watering.
General weather of this destination is Rainy. This destination is of type Beaches.