Cochin International Airport 21 min
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica Fort Kochi (58 min) Elegant reconstructed 1880s Catholic church originally built by the Portuguese in the 1500s. Wonderla Kochi (30 min) Large amusement park featuring land & water rides including options for small kids plus 3D films. Bolgatty Palace And Island Resort (35 min.) Waterfront lodging with relaxed dining & a pool plus cruises a golf course & Ayurvedic treatments. Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple (20 min.) Temple complex dedicated to Vamana & housing historic stone records with ponds & stages for events. Vyp n Island (50 min) Densely populated island with several bridges a fishing harbor popular beaches & lighthouses. Paradesi Synagogue (57 min) Synagogue first built in 1568 for Cochin s Jewish community now housing antiques & other artifacts. Aluva (2 min) Museum Of Kerala History (18 min.) Local history & culture are showcased with sound & light shows doll collections & art exhibits. Marine Drive Kochi (Keralasuntravels) (34 min.) Hill Palace Museum (39 min) Large 19th-century palace complex with an archeological & heritage museum plus unique parks. St. Francis Csi Church (59 min) India s first European church built in the 15th century & home to a historic Dutch cemetery. Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary (34 min.) Quiet forested nature refuge in the middle of the city attracting migratory birds & other animals. Vallarpadam Basilica (36 min) Twin towers distinguish this church that draws pilgrims for its picture of Mary & baby Jesus. Vypin (39 min) Island with beaches a fishing harbor a lighthouse & the remains of a 16th-century Portuguese fort. |